Chlorcyclizine

What it is used for

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies:

• runny nose
• sneezing
• itching of the nose or throat
• itchy, watery eyes
• nasal congestion
• reduces swelling of nasal passages

How to take it

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

While you are taking it

• excitability may occur, especially in children
• may cause drowsiness
• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect
• avoid alcoholic beverages
• use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Side effects, and when to stop

• nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur
• symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever
• new symptoms occur

Who should not take it

• If you are taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for two weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

What to say before you start

• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
• glaucoma
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes melitus
• difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

Ask a doctor before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Warnings

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of accidental overdose, seek professional help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.