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Andehist

Carbinoxamine + Dextromethorphan + Pseudoephederine

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10 Effectiveness

0 Side Effects

9 Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 0 Andehist side effects and 5 Andehist benefits.

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Description | Uses & Side Effects | Warnings

The generic name of this medication is carbinoxamine/dextromethorphan/pseudoephedrine and brand names are Andehist DM NR, Carb PSE 12 DM, Carbaxef-DM, Carbodex DM, Carbofed DM Drops, Cordron-12 DM, Cordron-DM NR, Mintex DM, Pediatex 12 DM, Pediatex-DM, PSE Allergy DM, PSE Carb DM Drops, PSE Carbinoxamine DM, Pseudo Carb DM.

The active ingredients of this medication are brompheniramine maleate, dextromethorphan hydrobromide and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride.

This is a combination medication and is used in the treatment of providing relief from runny/stuffy nose and symptoms like ear congestion, watery/itchy eyes, and sore throat associated with allergies; hay fever; common cold; and sinusitis.

Common Uses:

This is a combination medication and is used in the treatment of providing relief from runny/stuffy nose and symptoms like ear congestion, watery/itchy eyes, and sore throat associated with allergies; hay fever; common cold; and sinusitis.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Drowsiness;
Dizziness;
Dry mouth/nose/throat/eyes;
Blurred vision;
Fast heartbeat;
Trouble sleeping;
Restlessness;
Irritability;
Headache;
Upset stomach;
Shaking or constipation.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
Blood vessel problems like decreased blood flow to the brain and both upper and lower extremities;
Breathing disorders like asthma and emphysema;
Diabetes;
Glaucoma;
Cardiovascular conditions like angina pectoris; tachycardia; and congestive heart failure;
Hepatic disorders;
Seizure disorders;
Abdominal/intestinal conditions like ulcers, blockage.

It is also not advisable in pregnant women; those that are planning on becoming pregnant and nursing mothers.

Drug Interactions:
MAO inhibitors like furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine);
Antihistamines;
Antihypertensive medications like reserpine, guanethidine, methyldopa, beta blockers such as atenolol, or calcium channel blockers like nifedipine;
Decongestants administered orally or via nose;
Digoxin;
Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline, desipramine;
Migraine medications like sumatriptan; naratriptan; zolmitriptan; and ergotamine.

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Dimetapp Allergy	9.98	9.41	0	53
Benadryl Allergy Sinus	9.92	9.3	0.05	52
Vicks Children's NyQuil	7.71	6.83	1.72	7
Allegra	7.17	5.32	2.48	6
Zyrtec Allergy	4.38	4.85	2.08	8
Andehist	0	0	0	0

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Andehist, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Confidence	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Eyesight	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Memory	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Pain	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sleep	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Stress Level	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%

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Out of 100% of people surveyed, these results show the distribution in percentages of negative or positive changes in health and well-being experienced by users for all of the categories listed. Close