Coldex

Relief of symptoms eg sneezing, rhinorrhea, itchy nose/palate/throat, itchy/watery red eyes & nasal congestion associated w/ allergic seasonal rhinitis in adults & childn ≥12 yr. Extended-Release Tablets are indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children 12 years of age and older. Symptoms treated effectively include sneezing, rhinorrhea, itchy nose/palate/ and/or throat, itchy/watery/red eyes, and nasal congestion. should be administered when both the antihistaminic properties of fexofenadine hydrochloride and the nasal decongestant properties of Pseudoephedrine (Coldex) hydrochloride are desired.

Adult & childn >12 yr 10 mL tds. Childn 6-12 yr 5 mL tds, 2-6 yr 2.5 mL tds, >6 mth to <2 yr 1.25 mL tds.

this medicine is contraindicated in individuals who have previously exhibited intolerance to it or to Pseudoephedrine (Coldex) or Triprolidine (Coldex).

this medicine is contraindicated in patients who are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors within the preceding two weeks. The concomitant use of Pseudoephedrine (Coldex) and this type of product may occasionally cause a rise in blood pressure.

this medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe hypertension or severe coronary artery disease.

The antibacterial agent furazolidone, is known to cause a dose-related inhibition of monoamine oxidase. Although there are no reports of hypertensive crises caused by the concurrent administration of Multi-Action ACTIFED Tablets and furazolidone they should not be taken together.

medicines to treat high blood pressure;

a diuretic (water pill);

medication to treat irritable bowel syndrome;

bladder or urinary medications such as oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol) or tolterodine (Detrol);

aspirin or salicylates (such as Disalcid, Doan’s Pills, Dolobid, Salflex, Tricosal, and others);

a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others; or

antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil), clomipramine (Anafranil), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), and others.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;

confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;

severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;

increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure);

confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;

easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or

urinating less than usual or not at all.

Less serious side effects may include:

blurred vision;

dry mouth;

nausea, stomach pain, constipation;

mild loss of appetite, stomach upset;

warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin;

sleep problems (insomnia);

restless or excitability (especially in children);

skin rash or itching;

dizziness, drowsiness;

problems with memory or concentration; or

ringing in your ears.