Pseudoephedrine(soo dow e fed’ rin)
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride (D-Isoephedrine Hydrochloride)
Congest Aid, Efidac/24DNC, Eltor (CAN), Genaphed, Sudafed, Unifed
Pseudoephedrine Sulfate
ElixSure Children’s Congestion
PREGNANCY CATEGORY C
Drug Classes
Nasal decongestant
Sympathomimetic amine
Therapeutic Actions
Effects are mediated by alpha-adrenergic receptors; causes vasoconstriction in mucous membranes of nasal passages, resulting in their shrinkage, which promotes drainage and improves ventilation.
Indications
Temporary relief of nasal congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, other respiratory allergies
Nasal congestion associated with sinusitis
Promotes nasal or sinus drainage
Relief of eustachian tube congestion
Contraindications and Cautions
Available Forms
Tablets—30, 60 mg; CR tabletsDNC—240 mg; ER tabletsDNC—120 mg; chewable tablets—15 mg; capsules—30, 60 mg; drops—7.5 mg/0.8 mL; syrup—15 mg/5 mL; suspension—50 mg/5 mL
Dosages
Adults and children older than 12 yr
60 mg every 4–6 hr PO (ER, 120 mg PO every 12 hr; 240 mg/day CR); do not exceed 240 mg in 24 hr.
Pediatric patients 6–12 yr
30 mg every 4–6 hr PO; do not exceed 120 mg in 24 hr. Do not administer ER forms to children younger than 12 yr.
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