nasohist? [OTC]
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Ed ChlorPed D [OTC];Ed-A-HistT [OTC];LoHist [OTC];Maxichlor PEH [OTC];nasohistT [OTC];NoHist LQ [OTC];NoHist [OTC] [DSC];Sudafed PE? Sinus + Allergy [OTC];Triaminic? Children's Cold & Allergy [OTC];Virdec [OTC]
Uses
- It is used to ease allergy signs.
- Chlorpheniramine lowers or stops the body's reaction to the allergen.
- Phenylephrine shrinks swollen nose tissue and opens up passages.
Dosing
How to take
- This drug is most useful if started before contact with the allergen. Take at least 1 to 3 hours before.
- Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor.
- Chewable tablet: Chew or crush well. Mix crushed tablet with food. Do not swallow it whole.
- Long-acting products: Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
- There is a liquid (suspension) if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
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