Brand name:

Teldrin

Pronounced: TELL-drin

Generic ingredients: Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride

What this drug is used for

Teldrin relieves the runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose or throat, and itchy, watery eyes that result from allergies such as hay fever. It also unclogs stuffy nose due to the common cold, hay fever, or sinus inflammation.

How should you take this medication?

For adults and children 12 years and over, the usual dose is 1 capsule every 12 hours. Do not take more than 2 capsules each 24 hours. For children under 12, consult your doctor.

STORAGE

Store in a dry place at room temperature.

Do not take this medication if...

Unless your doctor approves, do not take Teldrin if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, high pressure within the eye (glaucoma), an enlarged prostate gland, or a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis.

Special warnings about this medication

If you become dizzy or nervous, or have trouble sleeping, stop taking Teldrin and check with your doctor.

Teldrin may cause excitability, especially in children. In some people, it can also cause drowsiness. Be especially cautious when driving, and when operating machinery.

If your symptoms do not improve within 7 days or include a fever, check with your doctor.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking this medication

Do not combine Teldrin with any other medication containing phenylpropanolamine, such as Dimetane-DC, Ornade, and Triaminic.

Also avoid using Teldrin within 2 weeks of taking a drug classified as an MAO inhibitor, such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate.

If you are taking a tranquilizer such as Valium or Xanax, or a sleep aid such as Halcion or Seconal, do not take Teldrin without your doctor's approval; the combination could cause extreme drowsiness. For the same reason, avoid alcohol while taking this product.