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R-Tannic-S A/D Side Effects

Generic name: phenylephrine / pyrilamine

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 16, 2024.

Note: This document contains side effect information about phenylephrine / pyrilamine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name R-Tannic-S A/D.

Applies to phenylephrine/pyrilamine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet chewable extended release.

Warning

Do not use phenylephrine and pyrilamine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

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

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects may include:

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 phenylephrine / pyrilamine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet chewable extended release.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included hypotension, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias and palpitations.[Ref]

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included urticaria, drug rash, photosensitivity and pruritus.[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included epigastric discomfort, anorexia, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation.[Ref]

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included urinary frequency and difficult urination.[Ref]

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included drowsiness, sedation, disturbed coordination, tremor, irritability, insomnia, nervousness, convulsions, headache, euphoria, and dysphoria.[Ref]

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included visual disturbances.[Ref]

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects have included hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and agranulocytosis.[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included tightness of chest, wheezing, and shortness of breath.[Ref]

General

General side effects have included dryness of mucous membranes.[Ref]

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References

1. Product Information. Ryna-12 (phenylephrine-pyrilamine). Wallace Laboratories. 2002.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.