What is Ed-Chlor Ped Jr.?
Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. is an antihistamine that helps reduce the effects of the natural chemical histamine that is present in our body. Histamine may cause symptoms such as nose sneezing, itching, eye watering, and a swollen nose.Ed-Chlor Ed-Chlor Jr. is a treatment for nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, and eyes that are watery due to allergies, commonly-assisted colds, as well as influenza.Ed-Chlorlor Ped Jr. can be used for other purposes not mentioned in this medication guide.
Side effects of Ed-Chlor Ped Jr.
Contact a medical professional immediately. If you notice any of the following symptoms or warning signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, and tongue,
Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. may cause serious side effects. Stop using the product and contact your physician at anytime if you experience:
- Rapid or irregular heart rate;
- Mood shifts;
- Tremor, seizure (convulsions);
- Bleeding or bruising, an uncommon weakness
- Being breathless, feeling breathless;
- Very little or no urination.
Common adverse side effects of Ed-Chlor Jr. can include:
- Dizziness, drowsiness;
- Dry mouth, nose, dry mouth, or throat
- Constipation;
- Blurred vision
- Feeling anxious or feeling anxious
This isn't an exhaustive list of all the side effects. Others could happen. Contact your physician for advice regarding medical adverse effects. You can report adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Similar or related drugs
prednisone, fluticasone nasal, cetirizine, loratadine, benadryl, triamcinolone, and diphenhydramine
Warnings
Always consult a physician before distributing the medicine for a cold or cough to children. Death can occur due to the misuse of cough and cold medicine by very young children.It is not recommended to use Ed-ChlorPed Jr. if you suffer from narrow glaucoma, a blockage of your stomach or intestines, an enlarged prostate, if you're not able to urinate, or if you're experiencing an asthma attack.
Prior to use this drug
It is recommended not to use Ed-ChlorPed Jr. if you have an allergy to its odor or suffer from:
- Narrow-angle glaucoma;
- A blockage in your stomach or in your intestines
- Prostate cancer;
- If you're not able to urinate,
- If you're experiencing the symptoms of asthma,
Consult a physician or pharmacist about whether it is safe to take Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. if you suffer from:
- An obstruction within your digestive tract (stomach or intestines) or a colostomy or ileostomy
- Kidney disease or liver failure;
- Asthma, COPD, cough that is mucus, or a cough that is caused by smoke, emphysema, chronic asthma, or chronic bronchitis;
- High blood pressure, heart disease, coronary artery disease, or a recently experienced coronary artery disease
- Epilepsy or any seizures;
Problems with urination; - Pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland's tumor) or
- Thyroid that is overactive.
The FDA classification for pregnant women in category B, Ed-Chlor, is not thought to harm the unborn baby. Do not take this medication without your physician's guidance if you are expecting.Chlorpheniramine could be present in breast milk and harm the baby who is nursing. Antihistamines can cause a decrease in breast milk production. Do not take this medication without a physician's advice if breastfeeding infants.Artificially sweetened cold medicines may contain phenylalanine. If you suffer from the condition known as phenylketonuria (PKU), look over the label on your medication to determine whether the product contains phenylalanine.
How to take Ed-Chlor's Ped Jr.?
Follow the directions on the label or as recommended by your physician. Don't use it in greater quantities, in smaller amounts, or for a longer period than is recommended. Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. is typically used for a limited period of time until symptoms are gone.Do not take more than seven days consecutively. Discuss with your doctor when your symptoms don't improve after seven days of treatment or if you experience an illness that causes a fever that is accompanied by a headache or a skin eruption.Do not chew, crush, or break an extended-release tablet. Take it in whole. In the event of breaking the pill, it could cause too much drug to release simultaneously.Measure the liquid medicine using an instrument that measures doses, such as a medicine cup, and not using an ordinary tablespoon. If you do not own an instrument for measuring doses, ask your pharmacist to get one.Always consult with a physician before you give cold or cough medicine to children. Death can occur due to the misuse of cold and cough medicines by very young children.
If you require surgical intervention or other medical examinations, inform the doctor or surgeon prior to the time of your appointment if you have taken this medicine in the last couple of days.Place it in a cool, dry place far from heat and moisture. Make sure that you do not let the liquid form of this medicine become frozen.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Since this medication is administered when you need it, you might not be following a regular dosing regimen. If you're taking the medication frequently, you must make sure to take your missed dose whenever you remember. Don't miss your missed dosage if you are nearing the time for the next scheduled doseDo not take extra medicine in an attempt to make up for missed dosage.
What happens if I overdose?
For medical emergencies, seek emergency medical attention or contact for help at the Poison Helpline at 1-800-222-1222.The symptoms of an overdose may include serious versions of a few of the adverse reactions listed in this guideline for medication.
What should be avoided?
Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. can cause blurred vision or affect your ability to think or react. Be aware if you drive or engage in any activity that requires that you be conscious and in a position to clearly see.Drinking alcohol can trigger certain adverse effects of chlorpheniramine.Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other cough, cold, allergy, or sleep medication. Antihistamines are found in a variety of combination medications. Combining certain medications could cause you to take too much of a particular medication. Examine the label to find out the presence of an antihistamine.Beware of becoming dehydrated or overheated during workouts and in hot temperatures. Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. will reduce the sweating and make you more susceptible to suffering from heat stroke.
Interaction with other drugs
The combination of Ed-Chlor Ped Jr. and other medications that cause you to feel sleepy or cause breathing problems can increase the severity of these effects. Consult your physician before using this medication together with a sleeping pill, opioid pain medicine, muscle relaxers, or medications to treat depression, anxiety, depression, or seizures.Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication if you're taking any other medications, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicine, vitamins, and herbal products. Certain medicines may cause undesirable or even dangerous reactions when taken together. Not all interactions are included in this guideline for medications.
