Congess Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Congess is a decongestant and expectorant combination. The expectorant in Congess helps loosen the thick mucus that causes chest congestion. Main ingredients in Congess are Guaifenesin and Pseudoephedrine HCl. The decongestant in Congess is used to give relief from stuffy nose, runny nose, and ear congestion caused by allergies and or the common cold, or infection. Congess 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. Congess helps relieve the symptoms of nasal congestion by reducing the production of mucus. This combination does not cure cold or allergy; instead it provides relief from the symptoms.

Congess Side Effects

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

Congess Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Congess 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.

Congess Warning

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

CONGESS CAUTION

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

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

Congess may cause insomnia.

Congess 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 Congess within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor.

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

CONGESS INTERACTIONS

Congess 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 Congess if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

CONGESS AND PREGNANCY

Do not take Congess without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant.

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

CONGESS OVERDOSE

Congess overdose symptoms may include sedation, irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, heavy breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures. In case of Congess overdose, seek medical help right way.

If you miss a dose of Congess, 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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