What is brompheniramine maleate used for?
Brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat cough, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
What is the brand name for brompheniramine?
Brompheniramine/dextromethorphan/phenylephrine is an over-the-counter (OTC) product used for relief of cold symptoms. Brompheniramine/dextromethorphan/phenylephrine is available under the following different brand names: Neo DM Suspension, Dimaphen DM, and Children’s Dimetapp Cold & Cough.
Does brompheniramine maleate make you sleepy?
you should know that this medication may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. talk to your doctor about the safe use of alcohol while you are taking brompheniramine. Alcohol can make the side effects of brompheniramine worse.
Is brompheniramine safe for kids?
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.
What is safest antihistamine?
Loratadine, cetrizine, and fexofenadine all have excellent safety records. Their cardiovascular safety has been demonstrated in drug-interaction studies, elevated-dose studies, and clinical trials. These three antihistamines have also been shown safe in special populations, including pediatric and elderly patients.
What OTC meds contain brompheniramine?
Brompheniramine (brand names include Children’s Dimetapp Cold) Chlorpheniramine (brand names include Chlor-Trimeton, Actifed Cold) Dimenhydrinate (brand names include Dramamine) Diphenhydramine (brand names include Benadryl, Nytol, Sominex)
Is brompheniramine same as Benadryl?
Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) is great for allergies, but curl up on the couch after taking it and get ready for a nap. Brotapp (Pseudoephedrine / Brompheniramine) is a combination medicine that relieves cold and allergy symptoms. It’s good to use if you have congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing.
What happens if you take too much brompheniramine pseudoephedrine?
Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine side effects chest pain, rapid pulse, fast or uneven heart rate; confusion, hallucinations, severe nervousness; tremor, seizure (convulsions);
Can I take Tylenol with brompheniramine?
No interactions were found between brompheniramine and Tylenol. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.