Ru-Hist D

Ru-Hist D is a combination medicine that helps relieve symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, such as sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.

Ru-Hist D may 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 instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.

Do not use Ru-Hist D if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to brompheniramine or phenylephrine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe for you if you have ever had:

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

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

Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years without medical advice.

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

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

• nervousness, dizziness, or trouble sleeping;
• chest pain, fast or irregular heart rate;
• little or no urination;
• dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, ringing 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 develop.

Less serious side effects may be more common, and you may not have any at all.

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

Since cold medicine is taken as needed, you might not have a set dosing schedule. If you are taking the medicine regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to compensate 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 requires you to stay alert.

Drinking alcohol with Ru-Hist D can lead to side effects.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, or sleep medicine. Many combination medicines contain brompheniramine or phenylephrine. Using certain products together can result in taking too much of this medicine. Check the label to see if a medicine contains an antihistamine or decongestant.

Using Ru-Hist D with other medicines that cause drowsiness can make you feel more sleepy. Talk to your doctor before taking opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

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