Afrinol Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Afrinol is a decongestant used to give relief from stuffy nose, runny nose, and ear congestion caused by allergies and or the common cold, or infection. Main ingredient in Afrinol is Pseudoephedrine HCl. Afrinol works by stimulating receptors in the body, mostly in the lining of the nose and sinuses, causing the blood vessel to contract. This results in less fluid to pass through into these linings. Afrinol helps relieve the symptoms of nasal congestion by reducing the production of mucous.

Afrinol Side Effects

Afrinol side effects include insomnia, dizziness, headache, nervousness, loss of appetite and upset stomach. Rare Afrinol side effects include irregular heartbeat, chest pain, rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, breathing problems, difficulty urinating, and seizures.

Afrinol Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Afrinol 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.

Afrinol Warning

Pseudoephedrine in Afrinol increases blood pressure. If you are using blood pressure medicines like beta-blocker, consult your physician before using any decongestants like Afrinol.

Afrinol Caution

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Pseudoephedrine found in Afrinol.

Avoid Afrinol if you have severe high blood pressure, glaucoma, or kidney disease.

Afrinol should be used with caution if you have pre-existing heart problems, liver disease, COPD, emphysema, thyroid disease, diabetes, enlarged prostate, and history of seizures.

Avoid taking Afrinol within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor.

Afrinol may cause drowsiness or low concentration. Use caution when driving or operating machinery.

Afrinol Interactions

Afrinol should not be used within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor. Check with your physician before combining it with the following:

Beta-blockers
Mecamylamine
Methyldopa
Reserpine
Sleeping pills

Avoid Afrinol if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

Afrinol Pregnancy

Do not take Afrinol without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Afrinol as it does pass into breast milk.

Afrinol Overdose

Afrinol overdose symptoms may include irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, heavy breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures. In case of Afrinol overdose, seek medical help right way. If you miss a dose of Afrinol, 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.
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