Accuhist LA Oral
Generic Name: DECONGESTANT/ANTIHISTAMINE/ANTICHOLINERGIC -
ORAL
Accuhist LA Oral Uses
This medication is used for the temporary relief of runny/stuffy
nose, watery/itchy eyes, and itchy throat that may be caused by
allergies, hay fever, the common cold, sinus inflammation
(sinusitis), and other breathing illnesses. The decongestant
relieves the stuffy nose. The antihistamine relieves the
itchy/watery eyes and itchy throat. The anticholinergic has a
drying effect that decreases a runny nose and fluid in the sinuses
that runs down your throat causing discomfort.
Do not use this medication in children younger than 2 years
unless specifically directed by the doctor. To decrease the risk
for serious side effects, carefully follow all of the doctor's
dosage directions. Do not give other cough and cold medication that
might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug
Interactions section). Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other
ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (e.g., saline nose
drops/spray, using a humidifier or infant nasal suction bulb).
How To Use Accuhist LA Oral
Take this medication by mouth with a full glass of water (8
ounces or 240 milliliters) after a meal or a snack, exactly as
prescribed by your doctor. Do not increase your dose or take more
than prescribed.
If you are using a liquid form, carefully measure your
prescribed dose using a medication-measuring device or spoon. Do
not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.
If your liquid form is a suspension, shake the bottle well before
each dose.
Long-acting tablets and capsules should be swallowed whole. Do
not crush or chew them. Doing so may destroy their slow release and
increase the side effects. Some long-acting tablets may be split.
Check with your pharmacist to see whether your product may be
split.
Chewable forms of this medication should be chewed thoroughly
before swallowing.
Dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to
treatment.
If your doctor directs you to take this medication daily, take
it regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember,
take it at the same time(s) each day.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens after
more than 5 days of treatment.
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