HISTEX™-DM Syrup
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
| Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg | Cough Suppressant |
| Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg | Decongestant |
| Triprolidine HCl 2.5 mg | Antihistamine |
Uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies:
- cough due to minor throat or bronchial irritation
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itching of the nose or throat
- itchy, watery eyes
- nasal congestion
- reduces swelling of nasal passages
Warnings
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Do not use this product
- If you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
Ask a doctor before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- glaucoma
- a persistent or chronic cough such occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitits, or emphysema
- a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
When using this product
- excitability may occur, especially in children
- may cause drowsiness
- alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect
- avoid alcoholic beverages
- use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
- cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- new symptoms occur
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of the reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
| Adults and Children 12 years of age and older: | 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 4 hours, not to exceed 4 teaspoonfuls (20 mL) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
| Children 6 to under 12 years of age | ½ teaspoonful (2.5 mL) every 4 hours, not to exceed 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor. |
| Children under 6 years of age | Consult a doctor |
Other Information
Store at 15°-30° C (59°-86° F).
Tamper evident by foil seal under cap. Do not use if foil seal is missing or broken.
Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container with a child-resistant cap.
Inactive ingredients
Citric Acid, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Saccharin, Sorbitol, Grape Flavor.
Questions? Comments?
Call 1-866-633-9033.