Formulary Monographs [PSEUDOEPHEDRINE, 121212]
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PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
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ALPHA & BETA ADRENERGIC AGONIST
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Symptomatic relief of nasal congestion.
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Tachycardia, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia.
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Adults and children over 12 years: 60mg every 4-6 hours to a maximum of 4 doses in 24 hours; patients with renal dysfunction should have dose adjustments. Pediatric: 6-12 years: 30mg 3-4 times daily.
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Pseudoephedrine should be avoided during pregnancy because of the severity of the abnormality and the availability of alternatives to pseudoephedrine
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May suppress lactation; avoid if lactation is not well established or if milk production is insufficient.
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