Main Ingredients: Guaifenesin + Pseudoephedrine HCL
Ru-Tuss DE is a decongestant and expectorant combination. The expectorant in Ru-Tuss DE helps loosen the thick mucus that causes chest congestion. The decongestant in Ru-Tuss DE is used to give relief from stuffy nose, runny nose, and ear congestion caused by allergies and or the common cold, or infection. Ru-Tuss DE 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. Ru-Tuss DE 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.
RU-TUSS DE WARNING
Pseudoephedrine in Ru-Tuss DE increases blood pressure. If you are using blood pressure medicines like beta-blocker, consult your physician before using any decongestants like Ru-Tuss DE.
RU-TUSS DE CAUTION
Inform your physician if you are allergic to Pseudoephedrine found in Ru-Tuss DE.
Avoid Ru-Tuss DE if you have severe high blood pressure, glaucoma, or kidney disease.
Ru-Tuss DE may cause insomnia.
Ru-Tuss DE 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 Ru-Tuss DE within 2 weeks of using an MAO-inhibitor.
Ru-Tuss DE may cause drowsiness or low concentration. Use caution when driving or operating machinery.
RU-TUSS DE SIDE EFFECTS
Common side effects of Ru-Tuss DE include insomnia, dizziness, headache, nervousness, loss of appetite and upset stomach.
Rare side effects of Ru-Tuss DE include irregular heartbeat, chest pain, rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, breathing problems, difficulty urinating, and seizures.
RU-TUSS DE INTERACTIONS
Ru-Tuss DE 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 Ru-Tuss DE if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.
RU-TUSS DE AND PREGNANCY
Do not take Ru-Tuss DE without the advice of your physician if you are or planning to become pregnant.
Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Ru-Tuss DE as it does pass into breast milk.
RU-TUSS DE OVERDOSE
Ru-Tuss DE overdose symptoms may include sedation, irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, heavy breathing, confusion, hallucinations, and seizures.
In case of Ru-Tuss DE overdose, seek medical help right way.
If you miss a dose of Ru-Tuss DE, 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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