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Fedahist

Main Ingredients: Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Pseudoephedrine

Fedahist 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 Fedahist 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 Fedahist 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.

CAUTION

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

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

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

Avoid Fedahist if you are allergic or sensitive to it.

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

FEDAHIST SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects of Fedahist may include drowsiness, agitation, anxiety, headache, fatigue, indigestion, and dry mouth.

Rare side effects may include nausea, nervousness, cough, stuffy nose, and throat irritation.

FEDAHIST INTERACTION

Fedahist 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 Fedahist if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

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

FEDAHIST AND PREGNANCY

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

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

FEDAHIST DOSES

Dosages vary for each individual. Consult your physician.

FEDAHIST OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Fedahist overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth.

In case of Fedahist overdose, seek medical help right away.

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