Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion

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  • Cough and cold

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Guaifenesin 50mg, phenylephrine HCl 2.5mg; per 5mL; liq; alcohol-free; tropical-flavored; contains sodium 3mg/5mL.

Pharmacological Class

Expectorant + sympathomimetic.

How Supplied

Liq—4oz

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Indications

Indications

Cough and nasal congestion.

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Dosage and Administration

Children

<4yrs: do not use. 4–6yrs: 5mL. 6–12yrs: 10mL. Repeat every 4 hours as needed; max 6 doses/24 hours.

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Contraindications

Contraindications

Children <4yrs old. During or within 14 days of MAOIs.

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders.

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Interactions

Interactions

See Contraindications. Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Antihypertensives antagonized.

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia.

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Clinical Trials

See Literature

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Note

Not Applicable

Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion Patient Counseling

See Literature