Congestac Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Congestac is a decongestant and expectorant combination. The expectorant in Congestac helps loosen the thick mucus that causes chest congestion. Main ingredients in Congestac are Guaifenesin plus Pseudoephedrine HCl. The decongestant in Congestac is used to give relief from stuffy nose, runny nose, and ear congestion caused by allergies and or the common cold, or infection. Congestac 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. Congestac 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.

Congestac Side Effects

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

Congestac Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Congestac 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.

CONGESTAC WARNING

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

CONGESTAC CAUTION

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

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

Congestac may cause insomnia.

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

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

CONGESTAC INTERACTIONS

Congestac 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 Congestac if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

CONGESTAC AND PREGNANCY

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

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

CONGESTAC OVERDOSE

Congestac overdose symptoms may include sedation, irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, heavy breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures.

In case of Congestac overdose, seek medical help right way.

If you miss a dose of Congestac, 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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