Bromax Tablets

Colloidal silicon dioxide, Eudragit, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate (veg.), methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, silicified microcrystalline cellulose and stearic acid.

Bromax is indicated for the temporary relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and vasomotor rhinitis.

Caution should be exercised in patients with hyperthyroidism, increased intraocular pressure and prostatic hypertrophy.

Patients sixty (60) years and older may demonstrate an increased response to this drug, both in therapeutic effect and in the incidence of adverse reactions. A reduction in dosage may be more appropriate for these patients. Antihistamines may cause drowsiness or excitability, particularly in children. At doses higher than the recommended dose, nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness may occur.

General

Antihistamines have an atropine-like action and therefore should be used with caution in patients with a history of bronchial asthma, increased intraocular pressure, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease and hypertension.

Information for Patients

Patient consultation should include the following information regarding proper use of this medication:

• Do not take more medication than the amount recommended.

• Take medication with food, water, or milk to minimize gastric irritation.

• Swallow sustained release dosages whole; do not crush tablets.

• Do not drive or operate machinery if drowsiness or dizziness occurs.

• Do not ingest alcoholic beverages, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI), or CNS depression-producing medications (hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers) while taking this medication.

• If a dose is missed, the medication should be taken as soon as possible unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double doses.

• This medication should be stored in a tight, light-resistant container as described in the USP/NF, with a child resistant closure, and at temperatures between 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature.

• Keep all medications out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately.

Caution patients about the signs of potential side effects, especially:

• Anticholinergic effects clumsiness or unsteadiness; severe drowsiness; severe dry mouth, nose, or throat; flushing or redness of face; shortness of breath or troubled breathing;

• Blood dyscrasias – sore throat and fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, unusual tiredness or weakness;

• Fast or irregular heart beat;

• Psychotic episodes;

• Tightness in chest.

DRUG & OR LABORATORY TEST INTERACTIONS

Antihistamines may interfere with diagnostic test results for skin tests using allergen extracts.

Drug Interactions

• MAOIs and Tricyclic Antidepressants - may prolong and intensify the anticholinergic (drying) effects of antihistamines.

• CNS Depressants - concomitant use of antihistamines with alcohol, tricyclic antidepressants, barbiturates and other CNS depressants may have an additive effect.

Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

No data are available on the long-term potential of the components of this product for carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, or impairment of fertility in animals and humans.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Category C: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. This product should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefits to the mother justify the potential risks to the infant.

Antihistamines should not be used in the third trimester of pregnancy because newborns and premature infants may have severe reactions to them, such as convulsions.

Nursing Mothers

It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. However, certain antihistamines are known to be excreted in human milk. Because of the higher risks of antihistamines for infants generally and for newborns and prematures in particular, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.

Pediatric Use

Do not give this product to children under 12 years of age except under the advice and supervision of a physician.

Geriatric Use

Confusion, dizziness, sedation, hypotension, hyperexcitability, and anticholinergic side effects, such as dryness of mouth and urinary retention (especially in males), may be more likely to occur in geriatric patients taking antihistamines. Demonstrate safe use of a short-acting antihistamine before use of a sustained action formulation in elderly patients.

Signs and Symptoms:
Overdosage with antihistamines may cause hallucinations, convulsions or possible death, especially in infants and children. Antihistamines are more likely to cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients.

Recommended General Treatment:
In the event of overdosage, emergency treatment should be started immediately. Since the action of sustained release products may continue for as long as 12 hours, treatment of overdosage should be directed toward reducing further absorption and supporting the patient for at least that length of time.

Since there is no specific antidote for antihistamine overdose, treatment is symptomatic and supportive with possible utilization of the following:

• Induction of emesis (syrup of ipecac recommended); however, precaution against aspiration is necessary, especially in infants and children.

• Gastric lavage (isotonic or 0.45% sodium chloride solution) if patient is unable to vomit within three hours of ingestion.

• Saline cathartics (milk of magnesia) are sometimes used.

• Vasopressors to treat hypotension. However, epinephrine should not be used since it may further lower blood pressure.

• Oxygen and intravenous fluids.

• Precaution against the use of stimulants (analeptic agents) is recommended because they may cause seizures.

• Short-acting barbiturates, diazepam, or paraldehyde, may be administered to control seizures.

• Hyperpyrexia, especially in children, may require treatment with tepid water sponge bath or a hypothermic blanket.

• Apnea is treated with ventilatory support.

Bromax is supplied as white, capsule shaped tablets debossed "POLY / 911" on one side, and “plain” on the opposite side. Available in bottles of 100 tablets, NDC 50991-911-01

KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATION OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE, SEEK PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE OR CONTACT A POISON CONTROL CENTER IMMEDIATELY.

Storage and Handling

Dispense in tight, light-resistant containers as described in the USP/NF, with a child resistant closure.
Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature.

Rx Only

Manufactured for:
Poly Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Mobile, AL 36619

Iss. 09/09