Viscodyne

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Viscodyne uses

Viscodyne consists of Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Cetirizine, Guaifenesin, Menthol, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride.

Cetirizine:



Drug Facts

Active ingredients

Viscodyne (Cetirizine) HCl 5 mg

Pseudoephedrine HCl 120 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Nasal decongestant

Uses

  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
    • runny nose
    • sneezing
    • itchy, watery eyes
    • itching of the nose or throat
    • nasal congestion
  • reduces swelling of nasal passages
  • temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure
  • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

Warnings

Do not use

  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients or to an antihistamine containing hydroxyzine.
  • if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • heart disease
  • thyroid disease
  • diabetes
  • glaucoma
  • high blood pressure
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.

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

When using this product

  • do not use more than directed
  • drowsiness may occur
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.
  • you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
  • symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever

If pregnant or breast-feeding:

  • if breast-feeding: not recommended
  • if pregnant: ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

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Directions

  • do not break or chew tablet; swallow tablet whole
adults and children 12 years and over take 1 tablet every 12 hours; do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours.
adults 65 years and over ask a doctor
children under 12 years of age ask a doctor
consumers with liver or kidney disease ask a doctor

Other information

  • store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • do not use if individual blister unit is open or torn
  • see back panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide

Questions?

call 1-800-343-7805

Guaifenesin:


An expectorant that also has some muscle relaxing action. It is used in many cough preparations.

Indication: Used to assist the expectoration of phlegm from the airways in acute respiratory tract infections.

Viscodyne (Guaifenesin) is an expectorant which increases the output of phlegm (sputum) and bronchial secretions by reducing adhesiveness and surface tension. The increased flow of less viscous secretions promotes ciliary action and changes a dry, unproductive cough to one that is more productive and less frequent. By reducing the viscosity and adhesiveness of secretions, Viscodyne (Guaifenesin) increases the efficacy of the mucociliary mechanism in removing accumulated secretions from the upper and lower airway.

Menthol:


Viscodyne (Menthol) is a covalent organic compound made synthetically or obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. It is a waxy, crystalline substance, clear or white in color, which is solid at room temperature and melts slightly above. The main form of Viscodyne (Menthol) occurring in nature is (-)-menthol, which is assigned the (1R,2S,5R) configuration. Viscodyne (Menthol) has local anesthetic and counterirritant qualities, and it is widely used to relieve minor throat irritation.

Indication: Used to treat occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth, and sore throat as well as cough associated with a cold or inhaled irritants.

Viscodyne (Menthol) is a covalent organic compound made synthetically or obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. Menthol's ability to chemically trigger cold-sensitive receptors in the skin is responsible for the well known cooling sensation that it provokes when inhalated, eaten, or applied to the skin. It should be noted that Viscodyne (Menthol) does not cause an actual drop in temperature.

Phenylephrine Hydrochloride:


Drug Facts

Active ingredients

(in each tablet)

Dexbrompheniramine Maleate 2 mg

Viscodyne (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride) Hydrochloride 10 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Nasal Decongestant

Uses

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

Warnings

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

Do not use this product

  • if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

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


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

When using this product

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

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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


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

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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Directions

Adults and children 12

years of age and over:

1 tablet every 4 to 6

hours, not to exceed

6 tablets in 24 hours

Children 6 to under 12

years of age:

1/2 tablet every 4 to

6 hours, not to

exceed 3 tablets in

24 hours

Children under 6 years

of age:

Consult a doctor


Other information

Store at 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F). Supplied in a tight, light-resistant container with a child-resistant cap. Viscodyne (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride) Tablets are dark purple, caplet-shaped, scored tablets, debossed "Poly" bisect "782" on one side and plain on the other.

Inactive ingredients

colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, D&C Red #27 aluminum lake, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, FD &C Blue #1 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, and silicified microcrystalline cellulose.

Questions? Comments?

Call1-800-882-1041

Manufactured for:

Poly Pharmaceuticals

Quitman, MS 39355 Rev. 02/12

Product Packaging

The packaging below represents the labeling currently used.

Principal display panel and side panel for 60 tablets label:

NDC 50991-782-60

Viscodyne (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride)

Tablets

Antihistamine - Nasal Decongestant

Each tablet contains:

Dexbrompheniramine Maleate...2 mg

Viscodyne (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride) Hydrochloride...10 mg

60 Tablets

Usual

Dosage: See product foldout for full prescribing information.

Tamper evident by foil seal under cap. Do not use if foil seal is

broken or missing.

KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Store at controlled room temperature between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F).

Manufactured for:

Poly Pharmaceuticals

Quitman, MS 39355

Rev. 02/12

Viscodyne (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride) Tablets Packaging Viscodyne (Phenylephrine Hydrochloride) Tablets Packaging

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Viscodyne pharmaceutical active ingredients containing related brand and generic drugs:

Active ingredient is the part of the drug or medicine which is biologically active. This portion of the drug is responsible for the main action of the drug which is intended to cure or reduce the symptom or disease. The other portions of the drug which are inactive are called excipients; there role is to act as vehicle or binder. In contrast to active ingredient, the inactive ingredient's role is not significant in the cure or treatment of the disease. There can be one or more active ingredients in a drug.


Viscodyne available forms, composition, doses:

Form of the medicine is the form in which the medicine is marketed in the market, for example, a medicine X can be in the form of capsule or the form of chewable tablet or the form of tablet. Sometimes same medicine can be available as injection form. Each medicine cannot be in all forms but can be marketed in 1, 2, or 3 forms which the pharmaceutical company decided based on various background research results.
Composition is the list of ingredients which combinedly form a medicine. Both active ingredients and inactive ingredients form the composition. The active ingredient gives the desired therapeutic effect whereas the inactive ingredient helps in making the medicine stable.
Doses are various strengths of the medicine like 10mg, 20mg, 30mg and so on. Each medicine comes in various doses which is decided by the manufacturer, that is, pharmaceutical company. The dose is decided on the severity of the symptom or disease.


Viscodyne destination | category:

Destination is defined as the organism to which the drug or medicine is targeted. For most of the drugs what we discuss, human is the drug destination.
Drug category can be defined as major classification of the drug. For example, an antihistaminic or an antipyretic or anti anginal or pain killer, anti-inflammatory or so.


Viscodyne Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical codes:

A medicine is classified depending on the organ or system it acts [Anatomical], based on what result it gives on what disease, symptom [Therapeutical], based on chemical composition [Chemical]. It is called as ATC code. The code is based on Active ingredients of the medicine. A medicine can have different codes as sometimes it acts on different organs for different indications. Same way, different brands with same active ingredients and same indications can have same ATC code.


Viscodyne pharmaceutical companies:

Pharmaceutical companies are drug manufacturing companies that help in complete development of the drug from the background research to formation, clinical trials, release of the drug into the market and marketing of the drug.
Researchers are the persons who are responsible for the scientific research and is responsible for all the background clinical trials that resulted in the development of the drug.


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References

  1. Dailymed."MYOGESIC-CS (MENTHOL ) SPRAY [VETGENIX]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  2. Dailymed."MEDIQUE MEDI-PHENYL (PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE) TABLET, FILM COATED DOVER SUDANYL PE (PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE) TABLET, FILM COATED [UNIFIRST FIRS". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  3. Dailymed."PREFERRED PLUS TABTUSSIN (GUAIFENESIN) TABLET [KINRAY]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Frequently asked Questions

Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Viscodyne?

Depending on the reaction of the Viscodyne after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Viscodyne not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.

Is Viscodyne addictive or habit forming?

Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.

Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.

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Review

sdrugs.com conducted a study on Viscodyne, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Viscodyne consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.

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Few medications can be taken Twice in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Viscodyne is mentioned below.
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