Rynatan Pediatric Side Effects
Generic name: chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 7, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Rynatan Pediatric Side Effects associated with chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Rynatan Pediatric.
Applies to chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine: oral liquid, oral suspension extended release, oral tablet.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
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chest pain, rapid pulse, fast or uneven heart rate;
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confusion, hallucinations, severe nervousness;
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tremor, seizure (convulsions);
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little or no urinating;
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easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; or
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dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, shortness of breath).
Common side effects may include:
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dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision;
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dry nose or mouth;
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nausea, stomach pain, constipation, loss of appetite;
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problems with memory or concentration; or
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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: oral capsule extended release, oral drops, oral elixir, oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet extended release.
Nervous system adverse events
- Frequency not reported: Headache, tremor, dizziness, insomnia (phenylephrine); sedation, impaired mental status (chlorpheniramine)[Ref]
Cardiovascular
- Frequency not reported: Elevated blood pressure, tachycardia (phenylephrine)[Ref]
Ocular
- Frequency not reported: Elevated intraocular pressure (phenylephrine)[Ref]
Genitourinary
- Frequency not reported: Urinary retention (phenylephrine)[Ref]
Other
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References
1. Sur DK, Plesa ML (2015) "Treatment of allergic rhinitis." Am Fam Physician, 92, p. 985-92
2. (1998) "PDR Generics." Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics
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Rynatan Pediatric 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.
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