Brofed Liquid Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Main ingredients in Brofed Liquid are Brompheniramine and Pseudoephedrine. Brofed Liquid is the combination of antihistamine and decongestant (pseudoephedrine) given to treat and relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies, common cold and flu as well as upper respiratory tract. The antihistamine in Brofed Liquid relieves 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. The decongestant (pseudoephedrine) in Brofed Liquid deals with constricting the blood vessels, which in turn reduces the blood, flow to the nasal passages thereby improving the flow of air and reducing nasal secretions.

BROFED LIQUID SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects of Brofed Liquid may include drowsiness, agitation, anxiety, headache, fatigue, indigestion, and dry mouth. Rare side effects of Brofed Liquid may include nausea, nervousness, cough, stuffy nose, and throat irritation.

BROFED LIQUID CAUTION

Use caution when using Brofed Liquid if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, prostate problems, or hyperthyroidism as it contains the decongestant pseudoephedrine.

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

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

Avoid Brofed Liquid if you are allergic or sensitive to it.

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

BROFED LIQUID INTERACTION

Brofed Liquid 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

Avoid Brofed Liquid if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

Combining Brofed Liquid with alcohol, tranquilizers, or narcotic analgesics may cause excessive drowsiness and low concentration.

BROFED LIQUID AND PREGNANCY

Though generally considered safe, do not take Brofed Liquid without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Brofed Liquid as it does pass into breast milk.

BROFED LIQUID DOSES

Dosages vary for each individual. Consult your physician.

BROFED LIQUID OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Brofed Liquid overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth.In case of Brofed Liquid overdose, seek medical help right away.

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