Sudogest PE
Generic name:phenylephrine (oral) [ FEN-il-EFF-rin ]
Brand names: Nasop, Sudafed PE, Sudogest PE
Drug class:Decongestants
What is Sudogest PE?
Sudogest PE is a decongestant that is used to treat stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, or other allergies.
Sudogest PE may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use Sudogest PE if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
Before taking this medicine
Do not use Sudogest PE if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.
You should not use Sudogest PE if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
diabetes;
a thyroid disorder;
an enlarged prostate and urination problems; or
any drug allergies.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
The liquid form of this medicine may contain phenylalanine. Check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
How should I take Sudogest PE?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold medicine is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.
Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving cold medicine to a child.
You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.
Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen...
