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Brand Name: Sudafed PE Cold & Cough

Generic Name: APAP/dextromethorphan/guaifenesin/PE

An upper respiratory combination - It is used to treat the aches and pains, fever, cough, and conges... more

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What is this medicine?

ACETAMINOPHEN; DEXTROMETHORPHAN; GUAIFENESIN; PHENYLEPHRINE (a set a MEE noe fen; dex troe meth OR fan; gwye FEN e sin; fen il EF rin) is a combination of a pain reliever, a cough suppressant, an expectorant, and a decongestant. It is used to treat the aches and pains, fever, cough, and congestion of a cold. This medicine will not treat an infection.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

diabetes
heart disease
high blood pressure
if you frequently drink alcohol containing drinks
liver disease
taken an MAOI like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, or Parnate in last 14 days
thyroid disease
trouble passing urine
an unusual or allergic reaction to acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, phenylephrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the package label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 12 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

cocaine
ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
stimulant medicines like dextroamphetamine and others

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

alcohol
atomoxetine
atropine
bretylium
digoxin
furazolidone
imatinib
isoniazid
linezolid
maprotiline
mecamylamine
midodrine
medicines for chest pain like isosorbide dinitrate, nitroglycerin
medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
medicines for sleep during surgery
other medicines for cold, cough or allergy
other medicines with acetaminophen
procarbazine
St. John's Wort

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. Let your doctor know if you have pain, nasal congestion, or cough that gets worse or lasts for more than 7 days. Call your doctor if you have a sore throat that gets worse or lasts for more than 2 days. Or, if you have a sore throat with a fever, rash, headache, nausea, or vomiting, see your doctor.

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