Pseudoephedrine / Triprolidine Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 10, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 60 mg-2.5 mg; 30 mg-1.25 mg/5 mL; 75 mg-12 mg; 10 mg-0.938 mg/mL; 45 mg-1.25 mg/5 mL; 45 mg-2.5 mg/5 mL
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
Pseudoephedrine 60 mg/ triprolidine 2.5 mg per tablet: 1 tablet orally every 4 to 6 hours
Maximum dose: 4 tablets per 24 hours
Pseudoephedrine 30 mg/ triprolidine 1.25 mg per 5 mL: 10 mL orally every 6 hours
Usual Adult Dose for Cold Symptoms
Pseudoephedrine 60 mg/ triprolidine 2.5 mg per tablet: 1 tablet orally every 4 to 6 hours
Maximum dose: 4 tablets per 24 hours
Pseudoephedrine 30 mg/ triprolidine 1.25 mg per 5 mL: 10 mL orally every 6 hours
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
Pseudoephedrine 60 mg/ triprolidine 2.5 mg per tablet:
12 years and older: 1 tablet orally every 4 to 6 hours
Maximum dose: 4 tablets per 24 hours
Pseudoephedrine 30 mg/ triprolidine 1.25 mg per 5 mL:
12 years and older: 10 mL orally every 6 hours
Usual Pediatric Dose for Cold Symptoms
Pseudoephedrine 60 mg/ triprolidine 2.5 mg per tablet:
12 years and older: 1 tablet orally every 4 to 6 hours
Maximum dose: 4 tablets per 24 hours
Pseudoephedrine 30 mg/ triprolidine 1.25 mg per 5 mL:
12 years and older: 10 mL orally every 6 hours
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
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Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Current use of a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) or use within 14 days of stopping a MAOI.
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 12 years; this drug is not recommended for use in these patients.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Patient advice:
- Do not exceed the recommended dose.
- Avoid alcoholic drinks.
- Use care when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.
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