Indications/Uses
Nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing, post nasal drip; common cold, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis and vasomotor rhinitis.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Capsule: Adults and older children: One capsule three times daily or as prescribed by the physician.
Syrup: Adult: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls); 7-12 years: 5 mL (1 teaspoonful); 2-6 years: 2.5 mL (½ teaspoonful).
To be given every 6 hours or as prescribed by the physician.
Drops: 1-2 years (1 mL), 7-12 months (0.75 mL), 4-6 months (6.5 mL), 1-3 months (0.25 mL). All doses to be taken every 6 hours or as prescribed by the physician.
Syrup: Adult: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls); 7-12 years: 5 mL (1 teaspoonful); 2-6 years: 2.5 mL (½ teaspoonful).
To be given every 6 hours or as prescribed by the physician.
Drops: 1-2 years (1 mL), 7-12 months (0.75 mL), 4-6 months (6.5 mL), 1-3 months (0.25 mL). All doses to be taken every 6 hours or as prescribed by the physician.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Syr: Hyperthyroidism, HTN, coronary disease, closed-angle glaucoma.
Warnings
This product contains Phenylpropanolamine HCl (PPA) which is contraindicated in individuals having the following health conditions: High blood pressure, toxic goiter, benign prostatic hypertrophy, heart rate irregularity, glaucoma & patients taking antidepressants. Patients with heart disease & uncontrolled/untreated high blood pressure should consult the physician prior to taking PPA.
Special Precautions
Cap: Phenylpropanolamine HCl (PPA): high BP, toxic goiter, benign prostatic hypertrophy, irregular heart rate, glaucoma, & patients taking antidepressants, patients w/ heart disease/untreated high BP. Syr: May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy.
Storage
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
MedsGo Class
Cough & Cold Preparations
Features
Brand
Colvan
Full Details
Dosage Strength
325 mg / 100 mg / 20 mg / 15 mg / 1 mg
Drug Packaging
Capsule 1's
Generic Name
Paracetamol / Guaifenesin / Phenylpropanolamine Hydrochloride / Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide / Chlorphenamine Maleate
Dosage Form
Capsule
Registration Number
DRP-9893
Drug Classification
Over-The-Counter (OTC)