Duralex Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Duralex 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. Main ingredients in Duralex are Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Pseudoephedrine. The antihistamine in Duralex 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 in Duralex 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.

Duralex Side Effects

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

Duralex Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Duralex 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.

Duralex Overdose

Symptoms of Duralex overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth. In case of Duralex overdose, seek medical help right away. If you miss a dose of Duralex, 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.

Duralex and Pregnancy

Though generally considered safe, do not take Duralex without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Duralex as it does pass into breast milk.

Duralex Warning and Caution

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

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

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

Avoid Duralex if you are allergic or sensitive to it.

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

Duralex Interactions

Duralex 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 Duralex if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

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