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Brompheniramine Interaction with Alcohol


Are you taking Brompheniramine? Are you aware of the dangers of combining Brompheniramine with alcohol? Drug-food-interactions are seldom discussed but can lead to undesirable side effects and potentially diminish the efficacy of the medication.

Brompheniramine Interactions with Alcohol

Intake of Brompheniramine with alcohol may lead to some side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness (1 Trusted Source
National Institute on Alcohol and Alcoholism. (2014) Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol With Medicines.

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).

When and How to Take Brompheniramine

  • Brompheniramine is available in various forms like tablets, capsules and liquid to take by mouth, with or without food.
  • It also comes in combination with other cough and cold medications.
  • Swallow the tablets and capsules as a whole instead of crushing, chewing or breaking them.
  • Follow the directions exactly as given on the prescription label. Take the medication at the same time every day for better results.
  • Do not exceed or skip a dose. If you miss it, take the medication as soon as you remember.
  • Do not double the dose at a time to compensate for a missed dose (2 Trusted Source
    National Library of Medicine: Brompheniramine MedlinePlus Drug Information.

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    ).

References

1. National Institute on Alcohol and Alcoholism. (2014) Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol With Medicines. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/harmful-interactions-mixing-alcohol-with-medicines
2. National Library of Medicine: Brompheniramine MedlinePlus Drug Information. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682545.html#

Drug Name : Brompheniramine

Brompheniramine is an antihistamine agent, prescribed for respiratory allergies, common cold, itching, hives (urticaria) and other allergic reactions. The medication works by inhibiting the effect of histamines in the body and thereby reducing the symptoms caused due to allergic reactions.
We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or if you need any further clarifications.


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