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DECONGESTANT is a brand name for Pseudoephedrine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For the relief of nasal and sinus congestion without causing drowsiness.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Adults and children over 12 years:
One tablet. The dose may be taken if necessary, up to four times daily at intervals of not less than 4 hours.
Children under 12 years:
Not recommended.
Elderly:
There is no need for dosage reduction in the elderly. For oral administration.
Adverse effects may include anxiety, restlessness, tremor, insomnia, tachycardia, cardiac arrhythmias, palpitations, hypertension, nausea, vomiting and headache and occasionally urinary retention and skin rashes. Hallucinations have been reported rarely, particularly in children.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Warning:
Do not exceed the stated dose.
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Avoid in patients with cardiovascular disease, severe renal impairment, diabetes mellitus, closed angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, prostatic enlargement and phaeochromocytoma.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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