What is Dicel?
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that decreases the effects of the natural chemical histamine within the body. Histamine is known to cause nasal congestion, itching, eye watering, and a dry nose. Pseudoephedrine can be described as an anti-congestant that reduces blood vessels in nasal passages. Blood vessels that are dilated can cause nose congestion (stuffy nostrils). Dicel is a mixture medicine that is used to treat symptoms of typical cold or seasonal allergies such as sneezing, runny nose, nasal stuffiness, and watery eyes that are itchy. Dicel can also be used for other purposes that are not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Dicel
Contact a medical professional immediately. If you are experiencing warning signs of an allergic reaction, such as symptoms of hives, breathing difficulties, and swelling of your lips, face, and tongue,
This medicine could trigger severe adverse effects. Stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor immediately if you experience:
- Chest pain, a rapid pulse, or an irregular heart rate;
- Hallucinations, confusion, extreme nervousness,
- Tremor, seizure (convulsions);
- Very little or no urine;
- Bleeding or bleeding easily, an uncommon weakness
- Dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache and ear buzzing, anxiety, breath shortness)
The effects of side effects like dry mouth, constipation, and confusion could be more prevalent in older adults.
Common adverse effects of dicel could include:
- Dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision;
- Dry mouth or nose;
- The feeling of nausea, constipation, stomach pain, and loss of appetite
- Issues with concentration or memory problems with concentration or memory
- Experiencing a sense of anxiety or excitement (especially when it comes to children).
This isn't a complete list of possible side effects, and other effects may also be present. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any side effects to the FDA by calling 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Do not take this medication when you've taken an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days, for example, linezolid and isocarboxazid, as well as the methylene blue injections rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine. Antihistamines should not be used as medications to make children restless.
Before you take this drug
Do not take this medicine. If you've previously had an MAO inhibitor within the last 14 days, A drug interaction that is dangerous may occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid rasagiline, linezolid, phenelzine selegiline, tranylcypromine, and selegiline. This medicine is for you if you're allergic to pseudoephedrine or chlorpheniramine.
Consult a physician or pharmacist to determine if it's safe to take this medication when you are suffering from:
- Asthma or COPD asthma or COPD, a cough that is mucus, or a cough that is due to smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis
- A blockage in the stomach or intestines of your body;
- Renal or liver illness;
- Hypertension, coronary condition, coronary artery disease, or a recently experienced coronary artery disease;
- Prostate enlargement or urinary tract problems;
- Glaucoma;
- Diabetes;
- Epilepsy or any other seizures;
- Pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland tumor);
- Hyperactive thyroid or
- If you are taking potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, and Urocit-K),
It isn't known if Dicel can harm an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without a doctor's approval if you're expecting.
It isn't known if chlorpheniramine or pseudoephedrine is absorbed by the milk of a nursing baby or whether it can harm the baby who is nursing. Antihistamines as well as decongestants could reduce the production of breast milk. Do not take this medication without the advice of your physician in the case of breastfeeding babies.
Artificially sweetened liquid medications might contain phenylalanine. Be sure to read the label of your medicine for the presence of the condition known as phenylketonuria (PKU).
How to take Dicel?
Take exactly as indicated on the label or as recommended by your physician. Do not take it in greater quantities, in smaller amounts, or for longer periods than the prescribed. Cold medicine is typically used only for a short period of time until you feel better. Don't give this medication to children younger than four years old. Always consult a physician prior to giving a cold or cough medicine to children. Death can occur due to the improper use of cold and cough medicines by very young children. Antihistamines should not be used as medications to make children tired.
The tablet that can be chewed must be chewed prior to taking it in. Take measurements of liquid medicines using the dosing syringe that comes with it or by using a dosing spoon or medicine cup. If you don't have a device for measuring doses, request one from your pharmacist. one.
If you require surgery, inform the surgeon in advance in the event that you've taken a cold medicine in the last few days. Contact your physician if your symptoms don't improve after seven days of medication, or if you are suffering from a fever, headache, cough, or an itchy skin eruption.
This medication could cause unorthodox results in allergic tests on the skin. Inform any physician who treats patients with an antihistamine. Place it in a cool, dry place far from heat and moisture.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Because cold medicine is administered in a prescribed manner, you might not be following a regular dosing schedule. If you're taking the medication on a regular basis, you should take the missed dose whenever you remember. Don't miss your missed dosage if you are close to the time of the next dose. Don't take additional medicine to make up for the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
For medical emergencies, seek emergency medical attention or contact for help at the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
This medication can affect your reactions or thinking. Be cautious if you drive or do any other activity that requires you to stay aware. Consuming alcohol while taking this medication may cause unwanted side effects.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other allergy, cold, or sleep medication. A lot of combination medications contain pseudoephedrine or chlorpheniramine. When you combine certain medications, it could result in you consuming excessive amounts of this drug. Examine the label to find out whether a medication contains an antihistamine or a decongestant.
Interaction with other drugs
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Dicel in conjunction with taking other medications, such as prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Certain medications can trigger unwanted or even dangerous reactions when combined. Not all interactions are included in this guideline for medications.
When you are taking this medicine, it is combined with other medications that cause you to sleep or slow your breathing, which could increase the severity of these effects. Consult your physician before taking Dicel together with a sleeping medication, narcotic pain medication, muscle relaxer, or medication to treat anxiety, depression, and seizures.
