Cophene No.2: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Main ingredients in Cophene No.2 are Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Pseudoephedrine. Cophene No.2 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 Cophene No.2 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 Cophene No.2 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.

COPHENE NO.2 SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects of Cophene No.2 may include drowsiness, agitation, anxiety, headache, fatigue, indigestion, and dry mouth. Rare side effects of Cophene No.2 may include nausea, nervousness, cough, stuffy nose, and throat irritation.

COPHENE NO.2 CAUTION

Use caution when using Cophene No.2 if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, prostate problems, or hyperthyroidism as it contains the decongestant Pseudoephedrine.

Avoid Cophene No.2 if you have severe high blood pressure, glaucoma, or kidney disease.

Avoid taking Cophene No.2 within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor.

Avoid Cophene No.2 if you are allergic or sensitive to it.

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

COPHENE NO.2 INTERACTION

Cophene No.2 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 Cophene No.2 if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

Combining Cophene No.2 with alcohol, tranquilizers, or narcotic analgesics may cause excessive drowsiness and low concentration.

COPHENE NO.2 AND PREGNANCY

Though generally considered safe, do not take Cophene No.2 without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Cophene No.2 as it does pass into breast milk.

COPHENE NO.2 DOSES

Dosages vary for each individual. Consult your physician.

COPHENE NO.2 OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Cophene No.2 overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth.

In case of Cophene No.2 overdose, seek medical help right away.

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