BOCA-TEX LA

Drug Name: BOCA-TEX LA

BOCA-TEX LA DESCRIPTION:
GUAIFENESIN W/PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE - ORAL TABLET SUSTAINED ACTION (gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH FEN-ull-pro-puh-NO-luh-meen)

COMMON BOCA-TEX LA BRAND NAME(S):
Dura-Vent, Entex LA

BOCA-TEX LA SIDE EFFECTS:
Dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, nervousness or insomnia may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. Should these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, a rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, tremors, or nervousness while taking BOCA-TEX LA. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE BOCA-TEX LA:
BOCA-TEX LA: BOCA-TEX LA is best taken with a full glass of water after a meal or snack. The tablet can be broken in half. However, the whole or half tablet should be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew the tablet before swallowing it. The long action will be destroyed and the chance of side effects will be increased. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.

BOCA-TEX LA USES:
Guaifenesin helps to loosen mucus. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant. This combination medication is used to relieve nasal congestion and symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.

BOCA-TEX LA PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression or if you have any allergies. This product contains phenylpropanolamine (PPA). The FDA has recently given warnings regarding PPA side effects. Consult your pharmacist promptly about this. BOCA-TEX LA should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of BOCA-TEX LA are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.

BOCA-TEX LA DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including any medication for blood pressure or depression, indomethacin or MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

BOCA-TEX LA OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include vomiting, numbness or tingling in arms or legs, irregular heartbeat, and seizures.

BOCA-TEX LA NOTES:
Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication. It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.

MISSED BOCA-TEX LA 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 resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

BOCA-TEX LA STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.