Quadrinal Oral

In Depth

Uses and How to Use
Precautions and Side Effects
Dosage and Storage

Generic Name: POTASSIUM IODIDE/XANTHINE/DECONGESTANT/BARBITURATE - ORAL

Quadrinal Oral Side Effects

Headache, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, drowsiness or anxiety 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
rapid pulse
palpitations
skin rash
high blood pressure
dizziness
flushing
tremors
nervousness
mental confusion

Notify your doctor if breathing difficulty continues or becomes worse.

Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness if this medication makes you drowsy. Avoid alcoholic beverages which can add to the drowsiness.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Quadrinal Oral Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of:

kidney disease
heart disease
lung disease (e.g., asthma, emphysema)
high blood pressure
thyroid disease
history of ulcers or seizures
glaucoma
drug dependency
any allergies

Smoking can reduce the effects of this medication. Inform your doctor if you smoke before taking this.

This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medication.

Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Quadrinal Oral Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including:

blood pressure medicine
thyroid drugs
antidepressants
sedatives/tranquilizers
sleeping pills
MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine)
narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine)

This drug may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss using other methods of birth control with your doctor.

Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.