Home | Links | Contact Us | Top 50 | Submit | Bookmark
Find a drug:
A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z   #  


Health Discussion Forum

 Why should I be concerned about lung cancer?
...


 Help!!! I need anwers!!?
I'm 14 yrs old and i worry about getting different kinds of cancer! I dont know how you know when you got cancer? and what cancer feels like. I need help because i worry about it nonstop and it ...


 There's a small hump in backside of head,near neck ,will it be cancer?
I had 2 road accidents both times hit the head,then later on after 2yrs i got swelling (a hump) in right side of head.Can there be fiber accumulation??I feel it gradually increase its size.Do I need ...


 Does any one know any symptoms of colon/rectal cancer?
Are there any sure signs that something is wrong?...


 My breasts hurt, do you think i have breast cancer???
...


 What does tobacco do to you?
School ...


 Should a 42 year old female with oral cancer under go chemotherapy if her biopsy removed most, CTshow nogrowth
should a 42 year old female with oral cancer undergo chemotherapy after her biopsy removed most of the cancer, and the CT scan showed no growth. She is feeling very skeptic about treatment. The Dr.�...


 I was just wondering about brain tumors. Can you die from one? How is a brain tumor treated/detected?
...


 This may be a life or death situation...i need answers?
how can i help prevent getting skin cancer beside limiting exposure to sun and wearing sunscreen???...


 I'm worried about this lump I found on my head?
Im a 16 year old girl and I've just found a lump under my hair near the front of my head near a scar I got 5 years ago from splitting my head open. The first day i saw it i thought it was only a ...



Drug Guide    P   Pseudoephedrine-Oral

    Prescription drug information       Post your opinion about this drug    

   Pseudoephedrine-Oral Pseudoephedrine-Oral Pseudoephedrine-Oral
Pseudoephedrine-Oral

Pseudoephedrine-Oral



Pseudoephedrine is used to provide relief from the nasal or sinus congestion caused by allergies or the common cold, or ear congestion caused by inflammation or infection.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Pseudoephedrine Hcl, Sudafed, Genaphed, Pseudafen, Q-Fed, Decongestant Tablet, Sudogest, Nasal & Sinus Decongestant, Suphedrine, V-R Suphedrine, Nasal Decongest, Pseudo-Tablet, Suphedrin, Su-Phedrin, Pseudotabs, Decongestant, Soba Suphedrine, Nasal Decongestant, Sudodrin, Sinus Decongestant, Pseudotab, Medi-Phedrine, Tylenol Simply Stuffy, Hm Suphedrine, Ridafed, Congestaclear, Sudodrine, Sudophed, Congest Aid
 
no rating
No Rating Yet
No Reviews | Post your opinion
  Pseudoephedrine-Oral images:
Pseudoephedrine-Oral prescription drug /side effects/ pic 3

Overview Photos How To Use Side Effects Precautions Missed Dose Drug Interactions

Pseudoephedrine-Oral
Pseudoephedrine Hcl, Sudafed, Genaphed, Pseudafen, Q-Fed, Decongestant Tablet, Sudogest, Nasal & Sinus Decongestant, Suphedrine, V-R Suphedrine, Nasal Decongest, Pseudo-Tablet, Suphedrin, Su-Phedrin, Pseudotabs, Decongestant, Soba Suphedrine, Nasal Decongestant, Sudodrin, Sinus Decongestant, Pseudotab, Medi-Phedrine, Tylenol Simply Stuffy, Hm Suphedrine, Ridafed, Congestaclear, Sudodrine, Sudophed, Congest Aid

Uses
Pseudoephedrine is used to provide relief from the nasal or sinus congestion caused by allergies or the common cold, or ear congestion caused by inflammation or infection.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include irregular or unusually slow or rapid heartbeat, unusual nervousness or excitement, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures.

Photos

How To Use
  • It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking Pseudo, unless your doctor instructs you to do otherwise.
  • Sustained-release or long acting tablets and capsules must be swallowed whole.
  • Chewing or crushing them will destroy the long action and may increase side effects.
  • If symptoms do not improve after 7 days or are accompanied by a high fever, notify your doctor.
  • Do not increase the dose or take this more frequently than recommended.

Side Effects
  • May cause dizziness, headache, fast or pounding heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, difficult or painful urination, sweating, nervousness, restlessness, or trouble sleeping.
  • These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • If they persist, become severe or bothersome, inform your doctor.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor if you have: pre-existing heart problems, kidney or liver disease, lung disease, emphysema, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, diabetes mellitus, glaucoma, difficulty urinating or an enlarged prostate, history of seizures.
  • Pseudo should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • Pseudoephedrine passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
  • Using Pseudo while breast-feeding is not recommended.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered if within an hour.
  • If you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up the doses.

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, high blood pressure drugs.
  • Tell your doctor if you have taken any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within the last two weeks.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Share and Enjoy!


Add a Rating - Post your opinion about this drug

Post your opinion about Pseudoephedrine-Oral
Ratings Legend
5 Stars = Excellent      4 Stars = Good      3 Stars = Average      2 Stars = Fair      1 Star   = Poor
* Required Fieldpoorexcellent
*Satisfaction
Low adverse Reactions
Healing Power
No dependency problems
Cost-Benefit

*Why were you taking Pseudoephedrine-Oral ?

Briefly describe any side effects you experienced:


Additional Comments about Pseudoephedrine-Oral :


*Your gender:  male    female  
*Your age:   

Location :

*Length of time taking drug?
(use "comments" for other time length)

Email (optional):  


Posting rules
  • Please no foul language
  • English only
  • No commercial advertising
  • No SPAM. No pyramid schemes of any kind
  • Read before you post.
  • No ALL CAPS, they are considered impolite

If you don't follow the above rules, your post will be probably deleted.





CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.

Large Text
Archive: All drugs - Links - Forum
Drug3k does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 0.004
Copyright (c) 2007 Drug3k Saturday, March 20, 2010