Acetaminophen / Chlorpheniramine / Phenylephrine / Phenylpropanolamine / Pyrilamine Side Effects
Applies to acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / phenylpropanolamine / pyrilamine: oral tablet.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/pyrilamine/phenylephrine/phenylpropanolamine may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.
Use alcohol cautiously.
Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/pyrilamine/phenylephrine/phenylpropanolamine.
Alcohol may also cause damage to your liver when taken with acetaminophen.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/pyrilamine/phenylephrine/phenylpropanolamine and seek emergency medical attention:
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
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liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, or severe fatigue);
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blood problems (easy or unusual bleeding or bruising); or
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low blood sugar (fatigue, increased hunger or thirst, dizziness, or fainting).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur including:
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dryness of the eyes, nose, and mouth;
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drowsiness or dizziness;
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blurred vision;
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difficulty urinating; or
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excitation in children.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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Further information
Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine/phenylephrine/phenylpropanolamine/pyrilamine side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.