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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Hista-Vadrin®
Tablet |

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| Generic
Available |
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Yes |

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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Decongestant Combination |

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| Use |
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Symptomatic relief of rhinitis and nasal congestion due to colds or
allergy |

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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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C |

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| Usual Dosage |
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Adults: Oral: 1 tablet every 6 hours |

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| Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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Use with caution since phenylephrine and phenylpropanolamine are
sympathomimetic amines which could interact with epinephrine to cause a pressor
response |

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| Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia, palpitations, and dry
mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution; prolonged use will cause significant
xerostomia |

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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet: Chlorpheniramine maleate 6 mg, phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg, and
phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride 40 mg |

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