Histex HC Side Effects
Generic name: carbinoxamine / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine
Note: This document provides detailed information about Histex HC Side Effects associated with carbinoxamine / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Histex HC.
Applies to carbinoxamine / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine: oral liquid.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Always ask a doctor before giving a cold or allergy medicine to a child, even if the medicine label provides dosing instructions for children. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
Do not use this medication if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the past 14 days.
Do not take this medication with alcohol or medications that can make you sleepy or slow your breathing. Dangerous side effects may result.
Hydrocodone may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Hydrocodone should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction
Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or sleep medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take certain products together you may accidentally take too much of one or more types of medicine.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
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fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeats;
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shallow breathing, slow heartbeat;
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severe dizziness, fainting, anxiety, restless feeling, nervousness, or tremor;
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confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
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easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
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urinating less than usual or not at all; or
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increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure).
Keep taking the medication and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
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nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, mild loss of appetite;
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problems with memory or concentration;
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ringing in your ears;
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warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin;
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restless or excitability (especially in children); or
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sleep problems (insomnia).
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
Histex HC 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.