Dexchlorpheniramine / methscopolamine / pseudoephedrine Side Effects

Some side effects of dexchlorpheniramine / methscopolamine / pseudoephedrine 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 dexchlorpheniramine / methscopolamine / pseudoephedrine: oral tablet extended release

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking dexchlorpheniramine / methscopolamine / pseudoephedrine: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• fast or irregular heart rate;

• feeling like you might pass out;

• rash or flushing; or

• eye pain.

Less serious side effects of dexchlorpheniramine / methscopolamine / pseudoephedrine may include:

• dryness of your eyes, nose, and mouth;

• blurred vision;

• headache, dizziness;

• weakness or nervousness;

• nausea, bloating, heartburn, or constipation;

• changes in taste;

• difficulty urinating;

• decreased sweating; or

• feeling restless or excited (especially in children).

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 dexchlorpheniramine / methscopolamine / pseudoephedrine: oral tablet extended release

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have include tachycardia, palpitations, arrhythmias and cardiovascular collapse with hypotension.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included nervousness, insomnia, restlessness, headache, irritability, fear, anxiety, tenseness, tremor, weakness, hallucinations, convulsions, central nervous system depression, drowsiness, and dizziness.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included blurred vision.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included respiratory difficulty and excessive dryness of the nose.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included dysuria and urinary retention in patients with prostatic hypertrophy.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included gastric irritation and excessive dryness of the mouth and throat.

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