Is actifed available over the counter?
Is actifed available over the counter?
The product is available Over-the-counter as a pack of 12 tablets produced by McNeil. Each tablet contains Triprolidine hydrochloride 2.5 mg and Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 60 mg.
Is Actifed and Sudafed the same thing?
Your list includes two medicines belonging to the ‘decongestants’ category: Actifed Cold and Sinus (acetaminophen/pseudoephedrine/triprolidine) Sudafed Congestion (pseudoephedrine)
What is in Wal act?
WAL-ACT- pseudoephedrine hcl and triprolidine hcl tablet, film coated.
Can I take antihistamine with actifed?
As Actifed may cause drowsiness, it is advised not to take it alongside medicines which also cause drowsiness, including: Alcohol. Benzodiazepines. Other sedating antihistamines.
Can I take Zyrtec and Actifed together?
Using cetirizine together with triprolidine may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination.
Does actifed raise blood pressure?
This is because the combination of pseudoephedrine with these medicines could cause a dangerous increase in blood pressure (hypertensive crisis). If pseudoephedrine is taken with any of the following medicines, the combination may cause an increase in blood pressure.
What is Actifed cold & allergy used for?
Actifed Cold & Allergy is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes. Actifed Cold & Allergy may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Is Actifed safe for children?
Do not use Actifed Cold and Allergy tablets in children under 12 years of age. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children. Take this medicine with a full glass of water. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse after taking this medicine for 7 days.
What is the difference between Actifed cold and Allergy and phenylephrine?
Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Actifed Cold and Allergy is used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.
Is it safe to take Actifed cold and allergy during pregnancy?
Do not use Actifed Cold and Allergy tablets during an asthma attack. If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication. Before you take Actifed Cold and Allergy, tell your doctor if you have: urination problems or an enlarged prostate. FDA pregnancy category C.
