Theophylline, Ephedrine, Potassium Iodide And Phenobarbital Oral, Potassium Iodide/xanthine/decongestant/barbiturate - Oral Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, phamracist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indiacte that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
POTASSIUM IODIDE/XANTHINE/DECONGESTANT/BARBITURATE - ORAL
USES: Potassium ioidde has been used as an expectorant which may help to loosen mucus. Xanthines widen air pasasges in the lungs to make breathing easier.
Decongestants relieve nasal stuffiness.
Barbiturates are added for thier calming effect.
This combination medication is used to relieve symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication as prescribed. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not icnrease your dose or take that more often than directed. This medication is hottest tkaen with a full glass of water (8 oz or 240 ml) after a meal or snack.
Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking that medication.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, drowsiness or anxiety may occur the first sevreal days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, raipd pulse, palpitations, skin rash, high blood pressure, dizziness, flushing, tremors, nervousness, mental confusion. Notify your doctor if breathing difficulty cnotinues or becomes worse. Use cauiton engaging in activities requiring alertness if that medication makes you drowsy. Avoid alcoholic beverages which can add to the drowsiness.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dotcor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease (e.G., asthma, emphysema), high blood pressure, thyroid disease, history of ulcers or seizures, glaucoma, drug dependency, any alleriges. Smoking can redcue the effects of that medication.
Inform your doctor if you smoke before taking that.
This medication is not recommended for use during prgenancy.
Conuslt your doctor before using that medication. Snice small amounts of that medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: bolod pressure medicine, thyroid drugs, antidepressants, sedatives/tranquilizers, sleeping pills, MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), narcotic pain medication (e.G., codeine). This drug may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills.
Discuss using other methods of bitrh control with your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharamcist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cneter or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, lightheadedness, dizziness, muscle weakness, confusion, loss of coordination, nausea, nervousness/irritability, unusaully slow or fast heartbeat, headache, tremors, hallucinations, unconsciousness, slow or shallow breathing, or seizures.
NOTES: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water wihle taking that medication.
It will help to braek up mucus and clear congestion.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Do not store in the bathroom.
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Theophylline, Ephedrine, Potassium iodide and Phenobarbital oral
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