TUSSIN EPHEDRINE

Drug Name: TUSSIN EPHEDRINE

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE DESCRIPTION:
GUAIFENESIN WITH PSEUDOEPHEDRINE - ORAL LIQUID (gweye-FEN-eh-sin WITH sue-doh-eff-ED-rin)

COMMON TUSSIN EPHEDRINE BRAND NAME(S):
Q-Tussin PE, Robitussin-PE, Rymed

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE SIDE EFFECTS:
Nausea, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nervousness, dizziness or headache may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, a rapid heart rate, anxiety, fear, difficulty urinating (men only) or have difficulty sleeping while taking TUSSIN EPHEDRINE. Because TUSSIN EPHEDRINE may cause dizziness, use caution performing tasks requiring alertness and avoid consuming alcohol which can aggravate this effect. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE TUSSIN EPHEDRINE:
TUSSIN EPHEDRINE: Take TUSSIN EPHEDRINE by mouth as directed. Do not increase the dose or take it more often or longer than prescribed. It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids (6-8 glasses a day) to help relieve congestion.

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE USES:
Guaifenesin is an expectorant used to help clear mucous and congestion. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant which helps relieve nasal congestion. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with a cold, allergies or respiratory tract illness.

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have pre-existing heart, kidney or liver disease, lung disease, emphysema, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, diabetes mellitus, glaucoma, difficulty urinating or an enlarged prostate, or a history of seizures. TUSSIN EPHEDRINE should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. It is not known if TUSSIN EPHEDRINE appears in breast milk; consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression or high blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you have taken any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) in the last two weeks. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, fast or irregular heartbeat, and seizures.

MISSED TUSSIN EPHEDRINE DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost 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.

TUSSIN EPHEDRINE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.