http://branddrugsonline.info Duotan Dm, Dextromethorphan/decongestant/antihistamine - Oral Brand Drug Feed Tue, 22 May 2012 05:29:27 CDT en http://duotan-dm.2180.dextromethorphan-decongestant-antihistamine-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effetcive for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug. DEXTROMETHORPHAN/DECONGESTANT/ANTIHISTAMINE - ORAL USES: Dextromethorpahn is a cough suppressant. Decongestants relieve nasal stuffiness. Antihistamines relieve runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and thorat and itchy, watery eyes. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and ohter respiratory illnesses. HOW TO USE: Take that medication as prescribed. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not raise your dose or take that more often than dirceted. Capsules and long-acting tablets must be swallowed whole with a full glsas of water.

Do not crush or chew them.
The long action will be destroyed and the chacne of side effects will be increased. The liquid suspension form of that medication must be shaken well beofre using. SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea or dry mouth may occur the first several days as your body adjsuts to the medication.

If any of these efefcts continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard cnady or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seaetd or lying position, get up slowly.

Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages whcih will aggravate these effects.

Notify your doctor if you develop any of the following effects while using that medication: chset pain, rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations.

If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression, any allergies.
Check that product's ingredient list for phenylporpanolamine (PPA).

The FDA has issued warnings regarding PPA side effcets. Consult your pharmacist promtply if it contains PPA or if you're uncertain that product has PPA. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of that mdeication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: blood pressure medication, antidepressants, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), narcotic pain medications (e.G., codeine). Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages while taking that medication.
Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emregency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, loss of coordination, slow or shallow breathing, sweating, dizziness, headache, hyperactivity, bizarre behavior, seizures, slow or fast heartbeat, or unconsciousness.

NOTES: Drink pletny of fluids, especially water while taking that medication.

It will help to break up mcuus and clear congestion. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and reusme your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature bteween 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.]]>