Aridex Side Effects
Generic name: carbetapentane / carbinoxamine / phenylephrine
Note: This document contains side effect information about carbetapentane / carbinoxamine / phenylephrine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Aridex.
Applies to carbetapentane / carbinoxamine / phenylephrine: oral drops.
Always ask a doctor before giving a cold or allergy medicine to a child, even if the medicine label provides dosing instructions for children. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
Carbetapentane, carbinoxamine, and phenylephrine can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of this medication.
Call your doctor if you have a fever, or if your symptoms get worse or do not improve after taking this medicine for 7 days.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
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seizure (convulsions);
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hallucinations (seeing or hearing things);
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shallow breathing;
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urinating less than usual;
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slow or uneven heart rate; or
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feeling light-headed, fainting.
Continue using this medicine and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
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feeling tense, restless, anxious, fearful, or excited;
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pale skin;
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dizziness, drowsiness, weakness;
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nausea, vomiting;
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sleep problems (insomnia); or
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headache.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
More about Aridex (carbetapentane / carbinoxamine / phenylephrine)
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Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
