Atropine / chlorpheniramine / hyoscyamine / phenylephrine / scopolamine Side Effects
Applies to atropine / chlorpheniramine / hyoscyamine / phenylephrine / scopolamine: oral tablet extended release.
Do not take atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine if you have taken selegiline (Eldepryl, Carbex) or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine can decrease perspiration and you may be more prone to heat stroke.
Avoid drinking alcohol because it may increase drowsiness and dizziness while taking atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine.
Tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, or scopolamine.
This medication 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.
If your symptoms do not improve, if they get worse and you also have a fever, talk to your doctor.
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.
Less serious side effects of atropine / chlorpheniramine / hyoscyamine / phenylephrine / scopolamine may include:
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dryness of the eyes, nose, and mouth;
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blurred vision; or
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difficulty urinating.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
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Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
