Uni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)
Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
溴苯那敏、右美沙芬和pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat cough, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
This medicine will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.
溴苯那敏、右美沙芬和pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What isUni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)used for?
- Cough and Nasal Congestion
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutUni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)?
Do not use brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days.A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
- asthma or COPD, cough with mucus, or cough caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;
- a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines);
- high blood pressure, heart disease;
- liver or kidney disease;
- glaucoma;
- cough with mucus, or cough caused by emphysema or chronic bronchitis;
- enlarged prostate or urination problems;
- pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland tumor);
- overactive thyroid; or
- if you take potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos, Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K).
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine will harm an unborn baby.Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
This medicine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Antihistamines and decongestants may also slow breast milk production.Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofUni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of thesesigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- confusion, severe anxiety, hallucinations, tremors;
- weak or shallow breathing;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- fast or pounding heartbeats;
- painful or difficult urination, little or no urinating;
- pale skin, weakness, easy bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, body aches; or
- increased blood pressure--severe headache, buzzing in your ears, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats.
Common side effects may include:
- dizziness, drowsiness, headache;
- constipation, upset stomach, loss of appetite;
- blurred vision, double vision, dry eyes;
- sleep problems (insomnia); or
- dry mouth, nose, or throat.
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.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeUni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine will harm an unborn baby.Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
This medicine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Antihistamines and decongestants may also slow breast milk production.Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingUni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)?
Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, cough, allergy, or sleep medicine. Antihistamines and cough suppressants are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of a certain drug. Check the label to see if a medicine contains an antihistamine or cough suppressant.
这种药物可能导致视力模糊和我可以mpair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeUni-Hist PDX Drops(Oral)?
UseUni-Hist PDX Drops(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. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old.Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child.Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
Measureliquid medicinewith a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
Do not take for longer than 7 days in a row.Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache or skin rash.
If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the surgeon or doctor ahead of time if you have taken this medicine within the past few days.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Since this medicine is taken when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.Do nottake extra medicine to make up the missed dose.