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Phenylpropanolamine

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  • Contains / Salt: Phenylpropanolamine
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

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  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Contains / Salt: Phenylpropanolamine
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

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Phenylpropanolamine Information

  1. Phenylpropanolamine Benefits & Uses
  2. Phenylpropanolamine Dosage & How to Take
  3. Phenylpropanolamine Side Effects
  4. Phenylpropanolamine Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Phenylpropanolamine with Other Drugs
  6. Phenylpropanolamine Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Phenylpropanolamine
  8. Phenylpropanolamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Phenylpropanolamine Benefits & Uses

Phenylpropanolamine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Phenylpropanolamine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion)
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion)
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion)
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 ml
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion)
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 hourly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Below 6 years old can take 6.25 mg every 4 hourly

Phenylpropanolamine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Phenylpropanolamine is used -

Phenylpropanolamine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Phenylpropanolamine safe for pregnant women?


    Phenylpropanolamine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Phenylpropanolamine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate

  • Is the use of Phenylpropanolamine safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Phenylpropanolamine. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe

  • What is the effect of Phenylpropanolamine on the Kidneys?


    Phenylpropanolamine does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Phenylpropanolamine on the Liver?


    Phenylpropanolamine does not damage the liver.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Phenylpropanolamine on the Heart?


    Phenylpropanolamine is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Phenylpropanolamine with Other Drugs

Phenylpropanolamine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Phenylpropanolamine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phenylpropanolamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Diabetes
  • Heart Disease
  • Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Phenylpropanolamine

  • Is this Phenylpropanolamine habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Phenylpropanolamine has not been reported.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Phenylpropanolamine. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Phenylpropanolamine only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Phenylpropanolamine is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Phenylpropanolamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Phenylpropanolamine


    It is safe to take Phenylpropanolamine with food.

    Safe

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Phenylpropanolamine


    Consumption of alcohol and Phenylpropanolamine together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 137