Dimetane Decongestant
Generic name:brompheniramine and phenylephrine [ BROM-fen-IR-a-meen-and-FEN-il-EFF-rin ]
Brand names: Brohist D, Children's Cold and Allergy, Dimetane Decongestant, Dimetapp Cold/Allergy, Ru-Hist D, Rynex PE
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
What is Dimetane Decongestant?
Dimetane Decongestant is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.
Dimetane Decongestant may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.
Before taking this medicine
Do not use Dimetane Decongestant if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to brompheniramine or phenylephrine.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had:
a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis;
diabetes;
high blood pressure, heart disease;
an enlarged prostate or urination problems;
glaucoma; or
overactive thyroid.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years without medical advice.
How should I take Dimetane Decongestant?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.
Measure liquid medicine with the suppli...
