BP Allergy DM Side Effects

Generic name: brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine

Note: This document contains side effect information about brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name BP Allergy DM.

Some side effects of BP Allergy DM may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine: oral liquid, oral suspension extended release

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• fast, slow, or uneven heart rate;

• severe headache, mood changes, hallucinations;

• severe dizziness or anxiety, feeling like you might pass out;

• tremor, seizure (convulsions);

• easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;

• fever;

• urinating less than usual or not at all;

• feeling short of breath; or

• dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, uneven heartbeats, seizure).

Less serious side effects of brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine may include:

• mild headache;

• mild dizziness, drowsiness;

• dry mouth, nose, or throat;

• nausea, diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach;

• feeling nervous, restless, or irritable;

• blurred vision; or

• sleep problems (insomnia).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine: oral liquid, oral suspension extended release

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included hypotension, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, palpitations, tachycardia and pallor.

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included urticaria, drug rash, photosensitivity, and pruritus.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included disturbed coordination, tremor, irritability, insomnia, weakness, nervousness, convulsions, headache, euphoria, dysphoria, restlessness, hallucinations, and central nervous system depression.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included visual disturbances.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included thickening of bronchial secretions, respiratory difficulty, shortness of breath, tightness of chest and wheezing.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included dryness of mouth, nose and throat, epigastric discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included urinary frequency and difficult urination.

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects have included hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and agranulocytosis.

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