Colfed-A: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Main ingredients in Colfed-A are Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Pseudoephedrine. Colfed-A 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 Colfed-A 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 Colfed-A 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.

COLFED-A SIDE EFFECTS

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

COLFED-A CAUTION

Use caution when using Colfed-A if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, prostate problems, or hyperthyroidism as it contains the decongestant Pseudoephedrine.

Avoid Colfed-A if you have severe high blood pressure, glaucoma, or kidney disease.

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

Avoid Colfed-A if you are allergic or sensitive to it.

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

COLFED-A INTERACTION

Colfed-A 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 Colfed-A if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

Combining Colfed-A with alcohol, tranquilizers, or narcotic analgesics may cause excessive drowsiness and low concentration.

COLFED-A AND PREGNANCY

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

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

COLFED-A DOSES

Dosages vary for each individual. Consult your physician.

COLFED-A OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Colfed-A overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth.

In case of Colfed-A overdose, seek medical help right away.

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