What is SuTan?
Dexchlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of the natural chemical histamine that is present in the body. Histamine may cause symptoms such as nasal sneezing, itching, eye watering, and a dry nose.
Pseudoephedrine can be described as an anti-congestant that reduces blood vessels that line the nasal passages. The blood vessels are dilapidated and can lead to nose congestion (stuffy nasal congestion). SuTan is a combination medication that is used to treat symptoms of typical colds or seasonal allergies such as sneezing, runny or nasal congestion, and watery eyes that are itchy. SuTan can also be employed for other purposes that are not covered in this guideline.
Side effects of SuTan
Contact a medical professional immediately. If you are experiencing symptoms that indicate an allergy, such as asthma, hives, or swelling of your lips, tongue, throat, or face,
SuTan could cause severe adverse consequences. Stop using the product and contact your doctor immediately if you suffer from:
- Chest pain, rapid pulse, or uneven heart rate
- Hallucinations, confusion, and extreme anxiety;
- Tremor, seizure (convulsions);
- Very little or no urine;
- Bleeding, bleeding easily, or unusual weakness
- Extremely hypertension (severe headache that can be accompanied by a buzzing ear, anxiety, or breathlessness).
Common adverse effects of SuTan can be:
- Dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision
- Dry mouth or nose;
- Nausea, stomach pain, and constipation loss of appetite, stomach pain;
- Issues with concentration or memory issues with memory or concentration
- Being anxious or restless (especially when it comes to children).
This is not a comprehensive list of possible side effects, and other side effects could occur. Contact your doctor for advice regarding medical effects. You can report any adverse reactions to the FDA by calling 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Don't use SuTan if you've taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A risky drug interaction may occur. MAO inhibitors are isocarboxazid rasagiline, phenelzine, linezolid selegiline, tranylcypromine, and selegiline.
Before taking this medication
Don't take this medication if you've had an MAO inhibitor within the last 14 days. A potentially dangerous interaction between drugs can occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and selegiline.
This medication is for you if you have an allergy to dexchlorpheniramine or pseudoephedrine.
Consult a physician or pharmacist to determine whether it's safe to take this medication when you are suffering from:
- Asthma or COPD coughing with ucus, or a cough that is caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis
- An obstruction in your stomach or in your intestines
- The kidneys or liver illness;
- Hypertension cardiovascular illness, coronary artery disease, or a recently experienced cardiac attack;
- Prostate enlargement or urinary problems
- Glaucoma;
- Diabetes;
- Epilepsy or any seizures;
- Pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland tumor);
- Hyperactive thyroid or
- If you are taking potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K).
It isn't known if SuTan could cause harm to an unborn baby. Do not take SuTan without a physician's guidance if you're expecting. It is unclear if dexchlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine enter breast milk or could cause harm to a nursing child. Antihistamines and decongestants could also affect the production of breast milk. Do not take this medication without seeking your physician's approval if you're breastfeeding. Adults who are older may be more susceptible to experiencing negative side effects from this drug. the label on your medication to determine whether the product contains phenylalanine.
How to take SuTan?
Take it exactly as indicated on the label or as directed by your physician. Don't use in greater than smaller amounts or for longer periods than prescribed. The typical cold medicine is taken only for a brief time until the symptoms subside. Don't give this medication to a child who is less 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 or cough medicine in very young children.Measure the liquid medicine using a spoon that is specifically designed for measuring doses or a medicine cup, not an ordinary spoon. If you don't have a device for measuring doses, inquire with your pharmacist about getting one.
Contact your physician if your symptoms don't improve after seven weeks of therapy or if you suffer from a fever, headache, cough, or an itchy skin eruption. This medication could cause unorthodox results in allergic testing on your skin. Be sure to inform any doctor treating you that you're taking an antihistamine. If you are in need of surgery, be sure to inform your surgeon in advance if you've taken any cold medicine in the last few days. heat and moisture.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Because cold medicine is administered in a prescribed manner, you might not be following a dose schedule. If you take the medication on a regular basis, make sure to take your missed dose whenever you remember. Do not take any missed doses if it's close to the time of the next dose. Do not take additional medicine to make up for the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Get medical attention in an emergency or contact the Poison Help line toll-free at 1-800-222-1222.
Avoid this
This medication can affect your reactions or thinking. Be cautious if you drive or engage in any activity that requires you to be vigilant.
Drinking alcohol can intensify certain effects associated with pseudoephedrine and dexchlorpheniramine.
Consult a physician or pharmacist prior to using any other cold, allergy, or sleep medication. Sutan is found in a variety of combinations of medicines. When you combine certain medications, it could cause you to take too much of a particular substance. Examine the label to find out whether a medication contains substances that are antihistamines or decongestants.
Interaction with other drugs
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist prior to using SuTan if you are taking other medications that include prescription or over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal products. Certain medicines may cause undesirable or even dangerous reactions when combined. Some interactions may not be mentioned in this medication guide.
If you take this medicine in conjunction with other medications that cause you to sleep or slow your breathing, this could increase the severity of these effects. Talk to your doctor prior to taking SuTan along with a sleeping pill, narcotic pain medication, muscle relaxer, or medication that treats depression, anxiety, and depression as well as seizures.
