Ru-Hist Forte Side Effects

Generic name: chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / pyrilamine

Note: This document contains side effect information about chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / pyrilamine. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Ru-Hist Forte.

Some side effects of Ru-Hist Forte 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 chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / pyrilamine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release

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

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

• severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;

• fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeats;

• confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;

• feeling like you might pass out;

• urinating less than usual or not at all;

• easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;

• increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure); or

• nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious side effects of chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / pyrilamine may include:

• upset stomach, constipation;

• dry mouth;

• blurred vision;

• dizziness, drowsiness;

• problems with memory;

• sleep problems (insomnia); 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 chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / pyrilamine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects including drowsiness and sedation have been reported.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects including dryness of the mucous membranes have been reported.

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