PediaCare Children's Allergy & Cold

Name: PediaCare Children's Allergy & Cold

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking PediaCare Children's Allergy & Cold (diphenhydramine and phenylephrine)?

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to diphenhydramine or phenylephrine.

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

  • asthma or COPD, cough with mucus, or cough caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;

  • kidney or liver disease;

  • high blood pressure, heart disease;

  • enlarged prostate, urination problems;

  • glaucoma;

  • diabetes; or

  • a thyroid disorder.

It is not known whether diphenhydramine and phenylephrine will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without your doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether diphenhydramine and phenylephrine passes into breast milk or if it could affect a nursing baby. Antihistamines and decongestants may also slow breast milk production. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding.

Artificially sweetened liquid medicine may contain phenylalanine. Check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since cold or allergy medicine is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Very bad dizziness or passing out.
  • A heartbeat that does not feel normal.
  • A fast heartbeat.
  • Feeling very tired or weak.
  • Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.
  • Change in balance.
  • Feeling confused.
  • Shakiness.
  • Change in eyesight.
  • Seizures.
  • Trouble passing urine.
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