About acetaminophen pseudoephidrine hydrochloride
Analgesic and nasal decongestant combination
Used for
- Relieves sinus pain, headache, and fever
- Temporarily eases nasal and sinus congestion
Usual adult dose
Adults and children 12 years and older: 2 caplets every 4–6 hours as needed; follow package limits.
Usual dose in children
Not for children under 12 years.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Dizziness or restlessness
- Difficulty sleeping
- Increased heart rate or blood pressure
Important warnings
- Avoid other medicines containing paracetamol; overdose can cause severe liver damage.
- Use caution with high blood pressure, heart disease, glaucoma, or thyroid problems.
- Do not use with monoamine oxidase inhibitor medicines or within 14 days of stopping them.
- Check the package label for maximum daily dose and duration.
Pregnancy
Pseudoephedrine is generally avoided during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester; seek professional guidance.
Breastfeeding
Pseudoephedrine may reduce milk supply; seek professional guidance before use.
Interactions
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
- Other decongestants or stimulant medicines
- Some blood pressure medicines
- Other paracetamol-containing products
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.