Ru-Hist Forte

Ru-Hist Forte is a combination medicine that helps relieve symptoms from coughs, colds, and allergies.

Ru-Hist Forte may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only for short-term use.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child.

Follow all directions when giving Ru-Hist Forte to a child. Do not use the medicine to make a child sleepy. Misuse of this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

You should not use Ru-Hist Forte if you have severe coronary artery disease, diabetes, an overactive thyroid, asthma, pneumonia, or other breathing problems.

Do not use Ru-Hist Forte if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years old. Misuse of this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy.

Do not use Ru-Hist Forte if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A serious drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine. Wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAO inhibitor before taking this medicine.

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine, pyrilamine, or to other decongestants, or if you have:

• severe coronary artery disease;
• diabetes;
• overactive thyroid; or
• asthma, pneumonia, or other breathing issues.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart disease or high blood pressure;
• blood circulation issues;
• glaucoma;
• an ulcer or blockage in the stomach;
• enlarged prostate;
• bladder blockage or other urination issues; or
• a history of seizures.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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

Ru-Hist Forte may cause serious side effects. Stop using Ru-Hist Forte and call your doctor immediately if you have:

• confusion, hallucinations;
• feeling anxious or irritable;
• trouble sleeping;
• little or no urination;
• a seizure (convulsions);
• numbness or tingling;
• feeling light-headed, as if you might faint;
• rapid heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; or
• severe headache, blurred vision, or pounding in your neck or ears.

Serious side effects may be more likely in older adults.

Common side effects of Ru-Hist Forte may include:

• nausea, constipation, loss of appetite;
• rash or itching;
• increased sweating;
• dry mouth, nose, or throat;
• blurred vision;
• headache, dizziness; or
• feeling restless or excited (especially in children).

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

Take the medicine as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose can be deadly.

Signs of an overdose may include dry mouth, severe sleepiness, confusion, ringing in your ears, shaking, seizures, enlarged pupils, vomiting, and loss of consciousness.

Ru-Hist Forte may cause blurred vision and can affect your ability to react. Do not drive or engage in dangerous activities until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine can lead to side effects.

Check with a doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold medicines that may have similar ingredients.

Ru-Hist Forte may make you more likely to get sunburned. Stay away from sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outside.

Using Ru-Hist Forte with other medications that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing can make this effect worse. Talk to your doctor before taking opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Other medicines may affect Ru-Hist Forte, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor about all other medications you are using.