Lodrane D

Lodrane D is a combination medicine that helps relieve symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies. These symptoms include sneezing, a runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.

Lodrane D might also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.

Measure liquid medicine with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all directions on the label and package.

Use exactly as directed.

Do not use Lodrane D if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to brompheniramine or pseudoephedrine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have:

• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis;
• diabetes;
• high blood pressure, heart disease;
• an enlarged prostate or urination problems;
• glaucoma; or
• overactive thyroid.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Lodrane D should not be given to a child younger than 6 years old.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Lodrane D may cause serious side effects. Stop using Lodrane D and call your doctor right away if you have:

• nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness;
• chest pain, fast or uneven heart rate;
• little or no urinating;
• dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, shortness of breath);
• if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever; or
• if new symptoms occur.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1 800 FDA 1088.

Since cold medicine is taken as needed, you might not have a regular dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

This medication may affect your thinking or reactions. Be cautious if you drive or do anything that needs you to be alert.

Drinking alcohol can make some side effects of brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine worse.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, or sleep medicine. Many combination medicines have brompheniramine or pseudoephedrine. Using certain products together can lead to getting too much of Lodrane D.

Using Lodrane D with other drugs that cause drowsiness can make you feel even sleepier. Talk to your doctor before taking opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Check with a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are taking any other drugs, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Some medicines can lead to unwanted or dangerous effects when taken together. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.