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Medically reviewed by Militian Inessa Mesropovna, PharmD. Last updated on 22.03.2022
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Comprehensive symptomatic relief of cough & upper respiratory symptoms including nasal congestion associated with allergy & common cold.
Relieving symptoms of sinus congestion, runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose or throat, itchy or watery eyes, and cough due to colds, upper respiratory tract infections, and allergies. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
AccuHist PDX Drops is a decongestant, antihistamine, and cough suppressant combination. The decongestant works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing. The cough suppressant works in the brain to help decrease the cough reflex to reduce a dry cough.
- AccuHist PDX Drops may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use AccuHist PDX Drops with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Do not drink alcohol while you are using AccuHist PDX Drops.
- Check with your doctor before you use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using AccuHist PDX Drops; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
- Do not take diet or appetite control medicines while you are taking AccuHist PDX Drops without checking with your doctor.
- Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has a decongestant, antihistamine, or cough suppressant in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do not use AccuHist PDX Drops for a cough with a lot of mucus. Do not use it for a long-term cough (eg, caused by asthma, emphysema, smoking). However, you may use it for these conditions if your doctor tells you to.
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- If your symptoms do not get better within 5 to 7 days; if they go away and come back; if they get worse; if they occur along with a fever, rash, or persistent headache; or if new symptoms occur, check with your doctor.
- AccuHist PDX Drops may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to AccuHist PDX Drops. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
- AccuHist PDX Drops may interfere with skin allergy tests. If you are scheduled for a skin test, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking AccuHist PDX Drops for a few days before the tests.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take AccuHist PDX Drops before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Use AccuHist PDX Drops with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nervousness, sleeplessness, and trouble urinating.
- Caution is advised when using AccuHist PDX Drops in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially excitability.
- Different brands of AccuHist PDX Drops may have different dosing instructions for CHILDREN. They may also be indicated for different age ranges of children. Follow the dosing instructions that your doctor has given you. If you are unsure of the dose to give to your child or if you are unsure if AccuHist PDX Drops is appropriate for your child, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using AccuHist PDX Drops while you are pregnant. It is not known if AccuHist PDX Drops is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking AccuHist PDX Drops.
1 cap tid-qid or as directed.
Use AccuHist PDX Drops as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take AccuHist PDX Drops by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- Use the dropper that comes with AccuHist PDX Drops to measure your dose. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
- If you miss a dose of AccuHist PDX Drops and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use AccuHist PDX Drops.
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Applies to chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine: chewable tablets
Other dosage forms:
- tablets
- drops
- liquid, suspension, syrup
- oral suspension
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth, nose, or throat; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; hallucinations; loss of coordination; mental or mood changes (eg, depression); seizures; severe dizziness, drowsiness, light-headedness, or headache; severe dryness of the mouth, nose, and throat; severe or persistent trouble sleeping; shortness of breath; tremor; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; vision changes (eg, double vision, severe or persistent blurred vision).