How to Read an Over the Counter Drug Label (Text-Only)
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Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allerigies:
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• runny nose |
• itchy, watery eyes |
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Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- glaucoma
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking tranquilizers or sedatives
When using this product
- you may get drowsy • avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
- excitability may occur, especially in children
If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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Directions
adults and children 12 years and over |
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take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours |
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children 6 years to under 12 years |
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take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours; not more than 6 tablets in 24 hours |
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children under 6 years |
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ask a doctor |
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Inactive ingredients D&C yellow no. 10, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch |
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Chlorpheniramin
Therapeutic substance in drug
Antihistamine
Product type
Uses
Symptoms or diseases the drug treats
Warnings
When to not to use this drug, when to stop taking it, when to see a doctor, and possible side effects
Directions
Read carefully: how much to take, how often to take it, and when to stop taking it
Other information
More information on how to store the drug
Inactive ingredients
Things in the drug, such as colors or flavorings
Content last updated March 5, 2009.
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