GENERIC NAME: AMMONIUM CL/PHENYLEPHRINE/HYDROCODONE/PYRILAMINE ORAL (uh-MOH-nee-um/fen-ill-EFF-rin/hi-droh-KOH-doan/pie-RILL-uh-meen)

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USES: Ammonium chloride is an expectorant which helps to loosen mucus. Phenylephrine relieves nasal congestion. Hydrocodone in low doses helps suppress a cough. Pyrilamine helps clear a runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat and itchy, watery eyes. This combination medication is used to treat a cough and symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication as prescribed usually after meals and at bedtime. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. Long-term or excessive use may lead to dependence. This medication is best taken with food or a glass of milk to prevent stomach upset.

SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation or blurred vision may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain (angina), rapid pulse, skin rash, difficulty urinating, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations, breathing trouble. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication causes you to feel drowsy. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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