Ala Hist PE

Generic name:dexbrompheniramine and phenylephrine [ DEX-brom-fen-IR-a-meen, FEN-il-EFF-rin ]
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Apr 9, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Ala Hist PE?

Dexbrompheniramine is an antihistamine. Phenylephrine is a decongestant.

Ala Hist PE is a combination medicine used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Ala Hist PE may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Do not use Ala Hist 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.

Do not use this medicine only to make a child sleepy.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to dexbrompheniramine or phenylephrine.

Do not use Ala Hist 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.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

• asthma or other breathing disorder such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis;

• high blood pressure, heart disease;

• glaucoma;

• diabetes;

• kidney disease; or

• a thyroid disorder.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I take Ala Hist PE?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only...