Phena-Plus

Phena-Plus is part of the drug classes:

• Substituted alkylamines

• Adrenergic and dopaminergic agents

• Sympathomimetics

• Sympathomimetics excl. antiglaucoma preparations

• Sympathomimetics used as decongestants

• Sympathomimetics, combinations excl. corticosteroids

• Sympathomimetics, plain

• Antihistamines for topical use

• Substituted ethylene diamines

You should not use this medicine if you have severe coronary artery disease, diabetes, an overactive thyroid, asthma, pneumonia, or other breathing problems.

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 years old. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.

You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.

You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.

Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.

Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Do not allow liquid medicine to freeze.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, cough, allergy, or pain medicine. Many combination medicines contain antihistamines and decongestants. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of these medicines.

Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. This medicine can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Applies to chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine / pyrilamine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects including drowsiness and sedation have been reported.[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects including dryness of the mucous membranes have been reported.[Ref]

Some side effects of Phena-Plus may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.