ACETAMINOPHEN + DEXTROMETHORPHAN + DIPHENHYDRAMINE

Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain and reduce fever. Dextromethorphan (DM) is a cough suppressant that reduces the urge to cough by affecting certain part of the brain. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine and works by reducing the symptoms brought by the natural substance histamine to our body such as watery eyes, runny nose and sneezing.

Uses

This combination medication is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis, bronchitis), temporarily. This medication may also be used in other conditions to be determined by your doctor.

Warnings

Do not use this drug:

More than prescribed. Too much intake of Acetaminophen may cause damage to your liver.
If you are allergic to Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan or Diphenhydramine.

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

Headache
Sleep Problems (Insomnia)
Upset Stomach
Diarrhea or Constipation
Dry Eyes
Blurred Vision
Dry Mouth Or Nose
Mild Dizziness or Drowsiness
Trouble Concentrating
Feeling Restless or Excited (Especially in Children)
Mild Skin Rash

Notify your doctor promptly if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

Your doctor may have prescribed this medication because he or she judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

Serious side effects may include:

Severe Allergic Reaction
Severe Headache
Seizure (Convulsions)
Fast, Pounding, or Uneven Heartbeats
Confusion
Hallucinations
Severe Dizziness or Drowsiness
Slow or Shallow Breathing
Tremor
Restless Muscle Movements
Little or No Urinating
Flu Symptoms
Easy Bruising
Unusual Bleeding
Pale Skin
Weakness
Feeling Light-Headed
Nausea
Pain In Your Upper Stomach
Itching
Loss of Appetite
Dark Urine
Clay-Colored Stools
Jaundice (Yellowing of the Skin or Eyes)

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these serious side effects.

Precautions

Precautions

Before taking this drug, tell your doctor or pharmacist:

If you are allergic to any of its content or if you have other allergies.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you have a history of alcohol abuse or if you are drinking 3 alcoholic beverages per day.
Your medical condition, especially of:
Severe Constipation, Blockage In Your Stomach or Intestines
Glaucoma
Asthma
High Blood Pressure
Heart Disease or Coronary Artery Disease
Overactive Thyroid
Kidney Disease
Cough With Mucus or Cough Caused by Emphysema or Chronic Bronchitis
An Enlarged Prostate
Problems with Urination

Interactions

Drug interactions may either lessen the effectiveness of this drug or heighten the risk for severe side effects. It’s important to inform your doctor all the medication including prescription and non-prescription and herbal medicines you are taking or going to take.

Possible interactions with this drug are:

Alcohol
MAO Inhibitor (Furazolidone, Isocarboxazid, Linezolid, Phenelzine, Rasagiline, Selegiline, And Tranylcypromine)
Potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos, Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K)

Overdose & Brands

Call emergency hotline if someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

Loss of Appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach Pain
Sweating
Confusion
Weakness
Upper Stomach
Dark Urine
Yellowing of your Skin or the Whites of your Eyes

Available brand/s:

Benadryl AH
Benaxil