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Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine

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Medically Reviewed by Glamora Samuels, MD TheMediTary.Com | Reviewed: Mar 04, 2024  Additional Content by TheMediTary.Com

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What is Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine?

Aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine is a combination medicine used in adults and children at least 12 years old to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, headaches, runny nose, sinus congestion and pressure, sneezing, sore throat, nasal congestion and fever caused by the common cold.

Aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine if you are allergic to it, or to any other pain reliever or fever reducer.

Do not use aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Using this medicine in a child or teenager with flu symptoms or chickenpox can cause a serious or fatal condition called Reye's syndrome.

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

  • stomach ulcers or bleeding problems;
  • stomach problems such as heartburn;
  • if you are age 60 or older;
  • a habit of drinking more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day;
  • high blood pressure, or heart disease;
  • asthma;
  • emphysema or chronic bronchitis;
  • diabetes;
  • thyroid disorder;
  • glaucoma;
  • cough with or without mucus;
  • problems with urination;
  • if you are on a low-salt diet; or
  • liver or kidney disease.

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

How should I use Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine

Use Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

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

Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy.

Take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 ounces (120 mL) of water every 4 hours.

Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours unless told otherwise by your doctor.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What should I do if I missed a dose of Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine (Oral)?

This medicine is used when needed. If you are on a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine side effects

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

Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • severe sore throat that lasts for more than 2 days, or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

  • stomach bleeding--bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
  • stomach pain that does not go away;
  • pain, cough, or nasal congestion that gets worse or lasts more than 7 days;
  • fever that gets worse or lasts more than 3 days;
  • redness or swelling;
  • ringing in the ears or hearing loss;
  • cough returns or occurs with rash or headache; or
  • nervousness, dizziness, or sleep problems.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

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

What other drugs will affect Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, And Phenylephrine?

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

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

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

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