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Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant.[3][1][4] It was commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. In veterinary medicine, it is used to control urinary incontinence in dogs.[5][6] Contents 1 Chemistry 2 History 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Pharmacodynamics 3.2.1 Activity profiles of isomer...

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Dimetapp is an American brand of over-the-counter cold and allergy medicines that is manufactured by Foundation Consumer Brands. At one point, Dimetapp as a household word referred to a single combination preparation marketed to relieve symptoms of the cold, containing brompheniramine (an antihistamine) and phenylephrine (decongestant replacing the formerly used pseudoephedrine, which itself replaced phenylpropanolamine). Variants were created, including Dimetapp DM with the addition of dext...

What is the content of phenypropanolamine in dynatussin capsule? Can it can cause a rise in blood pressure with a blood pressure of 125/80? ## Yes, it can cause higher blood pressure as a side effect, but 125/80 is not really a high blood pressure, since normal is 120/80. The NIH lists the other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, insomnia, and headache. Are you on any other medications? Did your doctor say it was high?

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I found a round white tablet with the imprint 244 on it. I believe it may be a Phenylpropanolamine 50mg tablet, but I can not seem to find an image of it any where to be certain. I have tried many different pill identification websites, with no help. The only information that I have been able to find is on this website, but it stated that this was a chewable tablet. The pill that I found is not a chewable tablet. I know that this medication comes in both chewable and regular tablet versions. Any help on this matter would be greatly appreciated. If possible, I would love a reference to an image for this medication so that I can compare it to the pill that I have found. ## With the imprint being only "244" on a white pill, the closest possible match I've come across is Carvedi...

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Chlorphenamine (CP, CPM), also known as chlorpheniramine, is an antihistamine used to treat the symptoms of allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever).[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] The medication takes effect within 2 hours and lasts for about 4-6.[2] Common side effects include sleepiness, restlessness, and weakness.[2] Other side effects may include dry mouth and wheeziness.[2] It is a first-genera...

Phenylpropanolamine

Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant.[3][1][4] It was commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. In veterinary medicine, it is used to control urinary incontinence in dogs.[5][6] Contents 1 Chemistry 2 History 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Pharmacodynamics 3.2.1 Activity profiles of isomer...

Phenylpropanolamine

Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant.[3][1][4] It was commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. In veterinary medicine, it is used to control urinary incontinence in dogs.[5][6] Contents 1 Chemistry 2 History 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Pharmacodynamics 3.2.1 Activity profiles of isomer...

Phenylpropanolamine

Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant.[3][1][4] It was commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. In veterinary medicine, it is used to control urinary incontinence in dogs.[5][6] Contents 1 Chemistry 2 History 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Pharmacodynamics 3.2.1 Activity profiles of isomer...

Phenylpropanolamine

Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant.[3][1][4] It was commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. In veterinary medicine, it is used to control urinary incontinence in dogs.[5][6] Contents 1 Chemistry 2 History 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Pharmacodynamics 3.2.1 Activity profiles of isomer...

Phenylpropanolamine

Phenylpropanolamine (PPA) is a sympathomimetic agent which is used as a decongestant and appetite suppressant.[3][1][4] It was commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations. In veterinary medicine, it is used to control urinary incontinence in dogs.[5][6] Contents 1 Chemistry 2 History 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Pharmacodynamics 3.2.1 Activity profiles of isomer...

phenylpropanolamine- for vererinary use ## Today I went to the vet to pick up inslin for the cat. So the lady behind the counter asked me my birthday. I told her. then she said I was giving one of my animals a controled substance. So I said the inslin ?No she said the proin 50 mg so my dog will not wet allover the house. How f***ed up is that now I am in some F***ed up goverment data base. next time some one askes me for my birthday I will refuse. My problem was I trusted the vet. An any doctor or vet workes firest for the f***ed up goverment. I feel blind sided am now thinking where I will go for my vet.

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suspension phenylpropanolamine BP chlorpheniramine maleate IP ## Phenylpropanolamine and Chlorpheniramine are used to treat the symptoms associated with colds or allergies. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and dizziness. Read more: Are ther any comments or questions?

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Found these pills 75 mgphenylpropanolamine and12 mg brompheniramine maleate ## made a mistake it's C177 not C117 ## Brompheniramine + Phenylpropanolamine is used to treat nasal congestion and sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses) associated with allergies, hay fever, and the common cold. The medication guidelines for this note the following: Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. If your symptoms do not improve, or if they worsen, talk to your doctor. More information about this drug combination can be viewed in the link below: Please post back if you have any other general questions or concerns about this drug.

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is alerid d for cold ## Alerid D contains Cetirizine and Phenylpropanolamine, so yes, it could help treat some of the symptoms of a cold. It may cause some side effects, which can include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and dry mouth and throat. Learn more: Are there any comments or questions?

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Guaifenesin, Chlorphenamine Maleate, Paracetamol, Phenylpropanolamine, Dextromethophan ## What is this medicine dynatussin capsule? ## is dynatussin cap an antibiotic and if so to what specific sickness it most effective ## Are any of the ingredients in this medicine an antibiotic? ## None of the ingredients listed in the opening message are an antibiotic. This seems to be a cough & cold medicine to help alleviate the symptoms. Does anyone have a different list of ingredients for Dynatussin, or does it seem to be accurate? One thing to note is that antibiotics cannot treat a cold or flu since those are viruses, whereas antibiotics kill bacteria.

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blue oval tablet ## This tablet contains 400mgs of Guaifenesin and 75mgs of Phenylpropanolamine; a generic for Guiatex LA, which is a cold remedy. To view more information about each ingredient, please follow the links below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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little white pill that is scored in the middle ## Looking for more info about the same topic. ## it is called PPA. (Phenylpropanolamine). It is used to treat bladder control problems in dogs. it was shown to possibly cause cancer in people and so is banned by the FDA for use in people.

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round white tablet scored ## I located the pill in description to be Chlorpheniramine (5 mg) + Phenylephrine (10 mg) + Phenylpropanolamine (40 mg) + Phenyltoloxamine (15 mg). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you.

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is it used in cold or severe throat infection ## Rinostat contains 500mgs of Acetaminophen, 4mgs Chlorpheniramine and 25mgs of Phenylpropanolamine, it is used to treat cough and cold symptoms. There is, however, no antibiotic in this, so it will not help with an infection of any type. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and stomach irritation. Is there any other information you need? ## I need information about all medicines ## Does rhinostat actually help relieve Rhinitis Medicamentosa? And where can I get it?

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WAHTS THE ROLE OF PSEUDOEPHEDRINE AND TRIPROLIDINE , AND WHY PSEUDOEPHEDRINE IS BEING CHANGED TO PHENYLPROPALOMINE. HOW MANY DRUGS COME CONAINING PSEUDOEPHEDRINE ## Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant, it helps treat the congestion associated with colds and allergies. Tripolodine is an antihistamine, it helps treat allergy symptoms. The reason the Pseudoephedrine is being changes is because it has become popular to abuse and divert it to make other drug substances that are illegal. As to how many contain it, I cannot answer that questions, I don't have that information for India. Do you have any other questions?

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