a greater variety A-Phedrin Generic Name: pseudoephedrine and triprolidine (soo doe e FED rin and try PROE li deen ) Brand Name: A-Phedrin, Allerfrim, Allerphed, Altafed, Aphedrid, Aprodine, Biofed-PE, Genac, Hist-PSE, Histafed, Pediatex TD, Trip-PSE, Vi-Sudo, Zymine-D Overview Side Effects Dosage Interactions Pregnancy More User Reviews Support Group Q & A What is pseudoephedrine and triprolidine? Triprolidine 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. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). The combination of pseudoephedrine and triprolidine is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. Pseudoephedrine and triprolidine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Slideshow Seasoned Pro: Be Mindful of These Winter Health Hazards What is the most important information I should know about pseudoephedrine and triprolidine? You should not use this medication if you have severe constipation, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, or if you are unable to urinate. Do not use this medicine if you have untreated or uncontrolled diseases such as glaucoma, asthma or COPD, high blood pressure, heart disease, coronary artery disease, or overactive thyroid. Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking pseudoephedrine and triprolidine? Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. You should not use this medication if you have severe constipation, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, or if you are unable to urinate. Do not use this medicine if you have untreated or uncontrolled diseases such as glaucoma, asthma or COPD, high blood pressure, heart disease, coronary artery disease, or a thyroid disorder. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medication if you have: a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines), a colostomy or ileostomy; diabetes; liver or kidney disease; epilepsy or other seizure disorder; cough with mucus, or cough caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis; enlarged prostate or urination problems; pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland tumor); 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 pseudoephedrine and triprolidine will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are pregnant. Pseudoephedrine and triprolidine may 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 medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby. Artificially sweetened cold medicine may contain phenylalanine. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU), check the medication label to see if the product contains phenylalanine. How should I take pseudoephedrine and triprolidine? 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. This medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. 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. 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. Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. 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. Do not allow the liquid form of this medicine to freeze. What happens if I miss a dose? 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 not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include severe forms of some of the side effects listed in this medication guide. What should I avoid while taking pseudoephedrine and triprolidine? This medicine may cause blurred vision or impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of triprolidine. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, cough, allergy, or sleep medicine. Antihistamines and decongestants 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 decongestant. Pseudoephedrine and triprolidine side effects Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as: fast or uneven heart rate; mood changes; tremor, seizure (convulsions); easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; urinating less than usual or not at all; feeling short of breath; or dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, chest pain, uneven heartbeats, seizure). Less serious side effects may include: dizziness, drowsiness; dry mouth, nose, or throat; constipation; blurred vision; or feeling nervous or restless. 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. Side Effects (complete list) What other drugs will affect pseudoephedrine and triprolidine? Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as narcotic pain medication, sedatives, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by triprolidine. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take pseudoephedrine and triprolidine if you are also using any of the following drugs: atropine (Atreza, Sal-Tropine); benztropine (Cogentin); topiramate (Topamax); zonisamide (Zonegran); anti-nausea medications such as belladonna (Donnatal), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), methscopolamine (Pamine), or scopolamine (Transderm Scop); bladder or urinary medications such as darifenacin (Enablex), flavoxate (Urispas), oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol), solifenacin (Vesicare), tolterodine (Detrol), or Urogesic Blue; bronchodilators such as ipratropium (Atrovent) or tiotropium (Spiriva); irritable bowel medications such as dicyclomine (Bentyl), hyoscyamine (Hyomax), or propantheline (Pro Banthine); or ulcer medicine such as glycopyrrolate (Robinul) or mepenzolate (Cantil). This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with pseudoephedrine and triprolidine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about A-Phedrin (pseudoephedrine / triprolidine) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group En Español 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: upper respiratory combinations Consumer resources Other brands: Aprodine , Actifed , Aphedrid , Trip-PSE , ... +10 more Professional resources Related treatment guides Allergic Rhinitis Cold Symptoms Where can I get more information? Your pharmacist can provide more information about pseudoephedrine and triprolidine. Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed. Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided by Cerner Multum, Inc. 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