Cough and cold:
Indications for: CONGESTAC
Nasal, sinus and chest congestion.
Adult Dosage:
1 caplet every 4–6 hours; max 4 caplets/24 hours.
Children Dosage:
<6yrs: not recommended. 6–12yrs: ½ caplet every 4–6 hours; max 2 caplets/24 hours.
CONGESTAC Contraindications:
During or within 14 days of MAOIs.
CONGESTAC Warnings/Precautions:
Cardiovascular disease. Hypertension. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. GI or GU obstruction. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders.
CONGESTAC Classification:
Expectorant + sympathomimetic.
CONGESTAC Interactions:
See Contraindications. Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers increase pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Antagonizes antihypertensives.
Adverse Reactions:
Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia.
How Supplied:
Caplets—12, 24
