Dristan Cold Maximum Strength Side Effects
Generic name: acetaminophen / brompheniramine / pseudoephedrine
Note: This document provides detailed information about Dristan Cold Maximum Strength Side Effects associated with acetaminophen / brompheniramine / pseudoephedrine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Dristan Cold Maximum Strength.
Applies to acetaminophen / brompheniramine / pseudoephedrine: oral suspension, oral tablet.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicine in very young children.
Do not use this medication if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the past 14 days.
Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can cause damage to your liver.
Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or pain medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist. If you take certain products together you may accidentally take too much of a certain drug. Read the label of any other medicine you are using to see if it contains acetaminophen, brompheniramine, or pseudoephedrine.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase the risk of liver damage while you are taking acetaminophen. If you drink more than three alcoholic beverages per day, do not take acetaminophen without your doctor’s advice, and never take more than 2 grams (2000 mg) per day.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
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fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;
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confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
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severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;
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increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure);
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urinating less than usual or not at all;
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easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or
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nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Keep using the medication and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:
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blurred vision;
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dry mouth;
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mild loss of appetite;
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nausea, stomach pain, constipation;
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dizziness, drowsiness;
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problems with memory or concentration;
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ringing in your ears;
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restless or excitability (especially in children);
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sleep problems (insomnia);
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skin rash, redness, or itching; or
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warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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Further information
Dristan Cold Maximum Strength side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.