Sudafed PE Congestion

Sudafed PE Congestion is used to relieve a stuffy nose, sinus congestion, and pressure caused by the common cold, hay fever, or other allergies for a short period of time.

Sudafed PE Congestion 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. Cold medicine is only for short-term use.

Follow all directions when giving Sudafed PE Congestion to a child.

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

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take more than your recommended dose of this medicine.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days or if you have a fever.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Store the liquid medicine in the outer carton, protect from light.

Do not use Sudafed PE Congestion if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. This includes isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Do not use Sudafed PE Congestion 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 Sudafed PE Congestion if you are allergic to it.

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

• heart disease, high blood pressure;
• diabetes;
• a thyroid disorder;
• urination problems due to an enlarged prostate; or
• if you are on a low-salt diet.

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

Do not give this medicine to a child 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.

Sudafed PE Congestion may cause serious side effects. Stop using Sudafed PE Congestion and call your doctor right away if you experience:

• dizziness;
• nervousness; or
• sleep problems (insomnia).

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

Sudafed PE Congestion is taken as needed. If you have a dosing schedule and miss a dose, just skip it. Do not take two doses at the same time.

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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking other cough or cold medicines that may contain similar ingredients.

Many medicines can interact with Sudafed PE Congestion, and some should not be taken at the same time. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently taking and any new medicines you start or stop using. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are mentioned here.