Dimetapp ND Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Dimetapp ND side effects may include headache, dry mouth, drowsiness, fatigue, and indigestion. Rare Dimetapp ND side effects include nausea, anxiety, nervousness (when taken with caffeine), rapid heartbeat, cough, stuffy nose, and throat irritation.

Dimetapp ND Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Dimetapp ND side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
Dimetapp ND is used to relieve the symptoms of seasonal allergies and hay fever such as itchy, runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes as well as symptoms of allergic reactions like hives or swelling. Dimetapp ND blocks the release of chemical histamine in the body during an allergic reaction, resulting in drying up secretions of the nose, throat and eyes. Dimetapp ND is considered less sedative than other antihistamine medicines. Main ingredient in Dimetapp ND is Loratadine.

DIMETAPP ND OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Dimetapp ND overdose may include drowsiness, headache, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth. In case of Dimetapp ND overdose, seek medical help right away. If you miss a dose of Dimetapp ND, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Dimetapp ND.

DIMETAPP ND CAUTION

Avoid Dimetapp ND if you are allergic to Loratadine.

Those with liver or kidney problems should use smaller dosage of Dimetapp ND.

Use caution when combining Dimetapp ND with an MAO-inhibitor.

DIMETAPP ND INETRACTION

The antihistamine in Dimetapp ND, Loratadine may interact with ketoconazole, erythromycin as well as theophylline. If you are using any of these, consult with your physician before using Dimetapp ND.

Cimetidine can increase the level of Loratadine in the blood.

Combining Dimetapp ND with alcohol may increase the effects of alcohol.

Avoid caffeine (tea, coffee, sodas) and grapefruit juice while taking Dimetapp ND.

Avoid using herbs while taking Dimetapp ND. Some may increase drowsiness.

DIMETAPP ND AND PREGNANCY

Though generally considered safe, do not take Dimetapp ND without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant, especially during the last three months of pregnancy. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Dimetapp ND as it does pass into breast milk.
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