Carbinoxamine/pseudoephedrine
Carbinoxamine/pseudoephedrine is a combination medication used in the treatment of symptoms associated with allergies and the common cold. It contains two active ingredients: Carbinoxamine, an antihistamine, and Pseudoephedrine, a decongestant.
Composition[edit | edit source]
The medication is composed of two active ingredients:
- Carbinoxamine: This is a first-generation H1 antagonist, which means it works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
- Pseudoephedrine: This is a sympathomimetic amine that works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nasal passages, thereby reducing nasal congestion.
Indications[edit | edit source]
Carbinoxamine/pseudoephedrine is indicated for the temporary relief of symptoms associated with:
Contraindications[edit | edit source]
This medication is contraindicated in patients with:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
- Severe hypertension
- Severe coronary artery disease
- Patients who are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
Side Effects[edit | edit source]
Possible side effects of Carbinoxamine/pseudoephedrine include:
Interactions[edit | edit source]
Carbinoxamine/pseudoephedrine may interact with:
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