atropine/chlorpheniramine/hyoscyamine/phenylephrine/scopolamin

Generic Name: atropine/chlorpheniramine/hyoscyamine/phenylephrine/scopolamin (AT row peen, klor fen EER uh meen, hy o SYuh meen, fen il EFF rin, sko PAW luh meen)
Brand names: AccuHist LA, Bellahist-D LA

Atropine, hyoscyamine, and scopolamine decrease the amount of nasal and respiratory secretions (release of fluids) in the body that may cause sneezing, runny nose, and postnasal drip.

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It works in your body against a natural chemical called histamine. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant. It works by shrinking blood vessels in the body, reducing blood flow and allowing nasal passages to open up.

Atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine is used to treat symptoms of allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.

This medication may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine can decrease perspiration and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

If your symptoms do not improve, if they get worse and you also have a fever, talk to your doctor.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have:

• epilepsy or another seizure disorder;

• circulation problems or Raynaud's syndrome;

• a thyroid disorder;

• asthma, emphysema, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD);

• diabetes;

• glaucoma;

• an ulcer or an obstruction in the stomach;

• bladder problems or difficulty urinating;

• an enlarged prostate;

• high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, or any type of heart disease;

• kidney disease; or
• liver disease.

If you have any of the conditions listed above, you may not be able to take this medication, or you may need a dose adjustment or special tests during treatment.

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take it in larger doses or for longer than recommended by your doctor. An overdose of this medication can cause serious harm.

If your symptoms do not improve, if they get worse and you also have a fever, talk to your doctor.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine can decrease perspiration and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

Less serious side effects may include:

• dryness of the eyes, nose, and mouth;

• blurred vision; or

• difficulty urinating.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.

• a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) taken in the past 14 days, including isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Carbex), or tranylcypromine (Parnate);

• medicines that make you sleepy (such as alcohol, cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxants, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety); or

• other medications that also contain atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, or scopolamine.

Check the labels of all other medications you take.

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs not listed that can affect atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about atropine, chlorpheniramine, hyoscyamine, phenylephrine, and scopolamine.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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