Tanafed: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Tanafed is the combination of antihistamine and decongestant given to treat and relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies, common cold and flu as well as upper respiratory tract.

Main ingredients in Tanafed are Chlorpheniramine Tanafed plus Pseudoephedrine. The antihistamine in Tanafed 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 Tanafed 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.

TANAFED SIDE EFFECTS

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

TANAFED CAUTION

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

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

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

Avoid Tanafed if you are allergic or sensitive to it.

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

TANAFED INTERACTION

Tanafed 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 Tanafed if you use a pacemaker and take digoxin.

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

TANAFED AND PREGNANCY

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

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

TANAFED DOSES

Dosages vary for each individual. Consult your physician.

TANAFED OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Tanafed overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, nervousness, and dry mouth. In case of Tanafed overdose, seek medical help right away.

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