Ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine
Generic name: ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine [ EYE-bue-pro-fen-and-SOO-doe-ee-FED-rin ]
Brand names: Advil Cold & Sinus, Advil Cold and Sinus Liqui-Gel, Advil Cold and Sinus, Dimetapp Sinus, Dristan Sinus,
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Dosage forms: oral capsule (200 mg-30 mg); oral tablet (200 mg-30 mg)
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
What is ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine?
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant.
Ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat stuffy nose, sinus congestion, cough, and pain or fever caused by the common cold or flu.
Ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Ibuprofen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Ibuprofen may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.
Before taking this medicine
Ibuprofen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Ibuprofen may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine, especially in older adults.
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to ibuprofen or pseudoephedrine, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.
Do not use ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine 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,
