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What is Ex-Tuss (Decongest/antihis/a-Cholnrg-Po) ?
Can I buy Ex-Tuss without Health Insurance, Medicare or Medicaid?
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What Alternate Names Are There For Ex-Tuss? Q-Tuss, Pro Tuss, Rolatuss Sr, Pharmhist Plus, Pro-Tabs, Atrohist Plus, Pe/phenylprop/cpm/bella, Pro-Tuss, Tuss-Delay, Ru-Tuss, Phenylchlor Ba, Respa A.r.m.
Who is the Manufacturer of Ex-Tuss? Expert Med Inc
What is Ex-Tuss Used For? Decongestants relieve nasal stuffiness. Antihistamines relieve runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat and itchy, watery eyes. Anticholinergics have a drying effect on mucous secretions. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.
How To Use Ex-Tuss
Take Ex-Tuss as prescribed. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. Ex-Tuss is best taken with a full glass of water after a meal or snack. Long-acting tablets and capsules should be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew them or the long action may be destroyed and the chance of side effects increased.
Ex-Tuss Side Effects
Dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, blurred vision, constipation or dry mouth, nose and eyes may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, a rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, difficulty urinating, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Ex-Tuss Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have: pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression, any allergies. Check this product s ingredient list for phenylpropanolamine (PPA). The FDA has issued warnings regarding PPA side effects. Consult your pharmacist promptly if it contains PPA or if you are uncertain this product has PPA. Ex-Tuss should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of Ex-Tuss are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Ex-Tuss Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: medication for blood pressure, medication for depression such as MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline). Tell your doctor if you take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines or tricyclics), anti- seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants. Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages while taking Ex-Tuss. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Ex-Tuss Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea/vomiting, headache, weakness, disorientation, hyperactivity, restlessness, drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, fast breathing, fever, hot dry and flushed skin, seizures, or coma.
Missed Ex-Tuss Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Ex-Tuss Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
| Generic and Namebrand Variations |
|---|
| Label Name | Unit | Package | Color | Shape | Flavor | NDC |
|---|
| Atrohist Plus Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Yellow |
Scored |
|
53014002410 |
| Atrohist Plus Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Yellow |
Scored |
|
53014002450 |
| Ex-Tuss Tablet Sa |
|
Bottle |
|
|
|
64759000201 |
| Pe/phenylprop/cpm/bella |
|
Bottle |
|
|
|
54569442200 |
| Pharmhist Plus Tablet Sa |
|
Bottle |
Yellow |
|
|
51991003501 |
| Phenylchlor Ba Tablet Sa |
|
Bottle |
Green |
Capsule Shape |
|
59743007910 |
| Pro Tuss Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
00677174001 |
| Pro-Tabs Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Light Green |
Oblong/scored |
|
51991025001 |
| Pro-Tuss Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
55053007301 |
| Pro-Tuss Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
55053007310 |
| Q-Tuss Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Green |
Oblong |
|
00254532528 |
| Q-Tuss Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Green |
Oblong |
|
00254532535 |
| Q-Tuss Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Green |
Oblong |
|
00603554921 |
| Q-Tuss Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Green |
Oblong |
|
00603554928 |
| Respa A.r.m. Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
60575079019 |
| Rolatuss Sr Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
00904119840 |
| Rolatuss Sr Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
00904119860 |
| Rolatuss Sr Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
|
|
|
00904119880 |
| Ru-Tuss Tablet Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
Green |
|
|
59243000510 |
| Tuss-Delay Tablet Sa |
|
Bottle |
|
|
|
55289005401 |
| Tuss-Delay Tablet Sa |
|
Bottle |
|
|
|
55289005415 |
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