Question 1

can clemastine and phenylpropanolamine be bought otc?

Accepted Answer

No: Phenylpropanolamine is no longer available on the us market. Products that once contained it have been reformulated with an alternate decongestant. Tavist-d would be such a product.

Question 2

what will happen if i overdose phenylpropanolamine?

Accepted Answer

If you are having: thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 3

is phenylephrine the equivalent to phenylpropanolamine?

Accepted Answer

Similar but not same: Both are decongestants. Ppa, however, was removed from market due to effects on blood pressure & association with hemorrhagic strokes. Phenylephrine is deemed less hazardous, but caution should still be exercised when administered to a person with hypertension.

Question 4

want to buy otc clemastine and phenylpropanolamine. what brand name is this?

Accepted Answer

See below: Clemastine, an antihistamine, is available as allerhist-1, antihist-1, contac, tavist (clemastine). Products containing phenylpropanolamine have been reformulated with a different decongestant; ppa has been removed from the market. So any of the products listed above with an added -d shoul meet your purposes.

Question 5

in indonesia there is a fever-lowering medicine known as decolgen which also contains 12.5 mg phenylpropanolamine, is this safe to consume?

Accepted Answer

Better not: phenylpropnolamine has been discontinued in many countries in North America and elsewhere, but still in use in other countries. Was related to stroke in young women. If you need an OTC decongestant or a cold medicine, there are other alternatives, ask your pharmacist about, read the labels carefully, avoid any decongestant if hypertensive, best wishes

Question 6

who should not take delsym (dextromethorphan)?

Accepted Answer

Delsym (dextromethorphan): Contraindications/Cautions:  hypersens. to drug/class/compon., MAO inhibitor use w/in 14 days &amp; 
caution in pts

Question 7

what is the generic form of delsym (dextromethorphan)?

Accepted Answer

Which form of Delsym (dextromethorphan): Turns out that there are many forms of Delsym (http://www.delsym.com/products/) so the answer to your question depends upon which one you're interested in. Some contain dextromethorphan (http://www.delsym.com/products/adult-12-hour/delysm-adult-12-hour/) while others contain none, rather acetaminophen, diphenhydramine &amp; phenylephrine (http://goo.gl/eJfwgx). Check out website for active ingredients

Question 8

what are the tests for dextromethorphan overdose?

Accepted Answer

Blood test: Dextromethorphan can be measured in the blood, but one would need a suspicion of an overdose in order to obtain this test. Dextromethorphan is structurally related to the opiate receptor agonist, codeine, and symptoms can include drowsiness, dizziness, disorientation, seizures and breathing irregularities. It is important to let the physician know all medications taken, including otc preparations.

Question 9

does dextromethorphan interfere with the way maois work?

Accepted Answer

Yes & vice versa: The 2 drugs should not be used together; allow at least 14 days between maoi & dm use. Combo can result in serotonin syndrome.

Question 10

ok to mix delsym (dextromethorphan) and motrin?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can safely: Delsym containd dextromethorphan which is a cough suppressant and Motrin is a fever reducer and analgesic and can be safely taken together.

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