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Temporary relief of runny nose, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever (allergic rhinitis); temporary relief of cough due to minor bronchial irritation and nasal congestion caused by common cold; temporary relief of sinus congestion and pressure.
Acetaminophen (Neocitran) is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
Pseudoephedrine (Neocitran) is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Acetaminophen (Neocitran) and Pseudoephedrine (Neocitran) is a combination medicine used to treat headache, fever, body aches, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
Acetaminophen (Neocitran) and Pseudoephedrine (Neocitran) may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Usual Adult Dose for Sinus Symptoms:
2 tablets or capsules (325 mg-30 mg or 500 mg-30 mg strength) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Fever:
Infant drops (80 mg-7.5 mg/0.8 mL):
2 to 3 years or 24 to 35 lbs: 1.6 mL (2 droppersful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
Children's liquid (160 mg-15 mg/5 mL):
2 to 3 years or 24 to 35 lbs: 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
4 to 5 years or 36 to 47 lbs: 7.5 mL (1 1/2 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
6 to 8 years or 48 to 59 lbs: 10 mL (2 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
9 to 10 years or 60 to 71 lbs: 12.5 mL (2 1/2 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
11 years or 72 to 95 lbs: 15 mL (3 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
Children's Chewable tablets (160 mg-15 mg):
2 to 5 years: 1 tablets orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
6 to 11 years: 2 tablets orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Sinus Symptoms:
Infant drops (80 mg-7.5 mg/0.8 mL):
2 to 3 years or 24 to 35 lbs: 1.6 mL (2 droppersful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
Children's liquid (160 mg-15 mg/5 mL):
2 to 3 years or 24 to 35 lbs: 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
4 to 5 years or 36 to 47 lbs: 7.5 mL (1 1/2 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
6 to 8 years or 48 to 59 lbs: 10 mL (2 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
9 to 10 years or 60 to 71 lbs: 12.5 mL (2 1/2 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
11 years or 72 to 95 lbs: 15 mL (3 teaspoonsful) orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
Children's Chewable tablets (160 mg-15 mg):
2 to 5 years: 1 tablets orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
6 to 11 years: 2 tablets orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed, no more than four times a day.
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What is the most important information I should know about Neocitran?
this medicine is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to Neocitran or any other constituents of the product.
this medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe hypertension or coronary artery disease.
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 (Neocitran) and this type of product may occasionally cause a rise in blood pressure.
Not to be used in children under the age of 12 years.
Use Neocitran as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Neocitran may be taken with or without food.
- If you miss a dose of Neocitran, 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 Neocitran.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.Use: Labeled Indications
Sinus congestion/headache: Temporary relief of headache, sinus congestion and pressure, nasal congestion, and minor aches and pains
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What other drugs will affect Neocitran?
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
A products that may interact with this drug is: ketoconazole.
Taking MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction. Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication. Ask your doctor when to start or stop taking this medication.
The ingredients in this product are available in many prescription and nonprescription products. Check the labels on all your medicines (such as pain/fever drugs, diet aids, or cold/allergy products) because they may contain the same or similar ingredients. Using these drugs along with this product could increase side effects (such as fast heartbeat or increased blood pressure). Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.
This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including urine 5-HIAA), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
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What are the possible side effects of Neocitran?
Upset stomach, nausea, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or nervousness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (such as confusion, hallucinations), fast/irregular heartbeat, problems urinating.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.