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Uses
Dexchlorpheniramine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold. These symptoms include rash, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat/skin, cough, runny nose, and sneezing.This medication works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. By blocking another natural substance made by your body (acetylcholine), it helps dry up some body fluids to relieve symptoms such as watery eyes and runny nose.
Notes

Do not share this medication with others.Do not take for several days before allergy testing because test results can be affected.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from moisture and light.
Store in a tightly closed container.
Do not store in the bathroom.
Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.
Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include: large pupils, flushing, fever, hallucinations, weakness, shaking (tremor), muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, seizures.
In children, excitement may occur first, followed by loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, seizures.

How To Use

Take the tablet, capsule, or liquid form by mouth with or without food or as directed by your doctor.
This medication may be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.If you are using sustained-release tablets or capsules, swallow the medication whole.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets or capsules.
Doing so can destroy the long action of the drug and may increase side effects.If you are using the liquid form, use a medication measuring device to carefully measure the prescribed dose.
Do not use a household spoon.Your dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to therapy.
Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often without your doctor's approval.
Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day.Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

Side Effects

Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, constipation, stomach upset, blurred vision, decreased coordination, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur.
These effects may decrease as your body adjusts to the medication.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.
Dexchlorpheniramine can dry up and thicken mucus in your lungs, making it more difficult to breathe and clear your lungs.
To help prevent this effect, drink plenty of fluids unless otherwise directed by your doctor.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (e.g., hallucinations, irritability, nervousness), ringing in the ears, trouble urinating.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: easy bruising/bleeding, fast/irregular heartbeat, seizure.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing..If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Before taking dexchlorpheniramine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: breathing problems (e.g., asthma, emphysema), a certain eye problem (glaucoma), heart problems, high blood pressure, liver disease, seizures, stomach problems (e.g., ulcers, blockage), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), urination problems (e.g., trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate, urinary retention).This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurred vision; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Limit the use of alcohol and certain other drowsiness-causing medications.
(See also Drug Interactions.) To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.The elderly may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, especially dizziness, drowsiness, and low blood pressure.Do not give this medication to a child under 6 years unless directed to do so by a doctor.
Children may be more sensitive to the effects of antihistamines.
In young children, this medication may cause agitation/excitement instead of drowsiness.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication.
It should not be used during the last 3 months of pregnancy since antihistamines may increase the risk of serious side effects in a newborn baby (e.g., seizures).
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.Based on information from related drugs, this medication may pass into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it.
Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) for 2 weeks before, during, and 2 weeks after treatment with this medication.
In some cases a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction may occur.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: antispasmodics (e.g., atropine, belladonna alkaloids), drugs for Parkinson's disease (e.g., anticholinergics such as benztropine, trihexyphenidyl), scopolamine, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline).Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), medicine for sleep or anxiety (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., chlorpromazine, risperidone, amitriptyline, trazodone).
Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients.
Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.

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