Drug Compare

Advertisement
 1  2  3  
  • Basic Info
Licensed from
Generic: chlorpheniramine-hydrocodone
View All Brands
An upper respiratory combination - It is used to treat the symptoms of allergies and colds
               



To get info about second drug, type a name above.


What is this medicine?

CHLORPHENIRAMINE; HYDROCODONE (klor fen IR a meen; hye droe KOE done) is a combination of an antihistamine and cough suppressant. It is used to treat the symptoms of allergies and colds.

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:

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Do not mix your dose with other fluids or medicines before you take it. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medicine. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. This medicine is not approved for use in children less than 6 years old.

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:
  • any product that contains alcohol

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

  • antihistamines for cold or allergy
  • medicines for depression or other mental disturbances
  • some medicines for anxiety or sleep
  • some medicines for pain
  • some medicines for Parkinson's disease
  • some medicines for stomach problems

               
 1  2  3  
               
Advertisement