Cough and cold:
Indications for: CHILDREN’S DIMETAPP COLD & ALLERGY
Rhinorrhea, allergy symptoms, nasal congestion.
Adult Dosage:
20mL every 4 hours; max 6 doses/24 hours.
Children Dosage:
<6yrs: do not use. 6–11yrs: 10mL every 4 hours; max 6 doses/24 hours.
CHILDREN’S DIMETAPP COLD & ALLERGY Contraindications:
Children <6yrs old. During or within 14 days of MAOIs. For use as a sedative hypnotic.
CHILDREN’S DIMETAPP COLD & ALLERGY Warnings/Precautions:
Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. Glaucoma. GI or GU obstruction. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
CHILDREN’S DIMETAPP COLD & ALLERGY Classification:
Antihistamine + sympathomimetic.
CHILDREN’S DIMETAPP COLD & ALLERGY Interactions:
See Contraindications. Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Antihypertensives antagonized. Increased CNS effects with other CNS depressants. Avoid alcohol.
Adverse Reactions:
Drowsiness, anticholinergic effects, dizziness, nervousness, insomnia, excitability in children.
How Supplied:
Syrup—4oz, 8oz (w. dosing cup)
Chew tabs—20
