Pseudoephedrine Benefits & Uses

Pseudoephedrine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Blocked Ear

Pseudoephedrine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Pseudoephedrine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pseudoephedrine is used -

Severe

Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Arrhythimia

Moderate

Hallucinations
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Mild

Dizziness
Restlessness
Headache
Insomnia
Rash
Urticaria
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Pseudoephedrine Related Warnings

Is the use of Pseudoephedrine safe for pregnant women?

Pseudoephedrine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pseudoephedrine again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Pseudoephedrine safe during breastfeeding?

Pseudoephedrine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pseudoephedrine on the Kidneys?

Pseudoephedrine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pseudoephedrine on the Liver?

Pseudoephedrine is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pseudoephedrine on the Heart?

Pseudoephedrine is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pseudoephedrine with Other Drugs

Pseudoephedrine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

Ergotamine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Atropine

Atenolol

Amoxapine

Moderate

Hyoscyamine

Caffeine

Acarbose

Pseudoephedrine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pseudoephedrine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Bronchitis
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pseudoephedrine

Is this Pseudoephedrine habit forming or addictive?

Pseudoephedrine does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pseudoephedrine. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pseudoephedrine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pseudoephedrine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pseudoephedrine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pseudoephedrine

It is safe to take Pseudoephedrine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pseudoephedrine

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pseudoephedrine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown