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    • GILTUSS MULTI-SYMPTOM COLD-FLU

ACETAMINOPHEN; CHLORPHENIRAMINE; DEXTROMETHORPHAN; PHENYLEPHRINE (a set a MEE noe fen; klor fen IR a meen; dex troe meth OR fan; fen il EF rin) is a combination of a pain reliever, an antihistamine, a cough suppressant, and a decongestant. It is used to treat the aches and pains, cough, fever, congestion, runny nose, and sneezing of a cold. This medicine will not treat an infection.

GILTUSS MULTI-SYMPTOM COLD-FLU Lifestyle Interactions

  • Nitroglycerin 0.4mg/1actuation, Sublingual/Translingual aerosol spray

    • Interaction: Alcohol
    • Severity: Moderate
    • Notes for Consumers: Side effects from Nitroglycerin such as dizziness, flushing, low blood pressure, or headache may get worse if you take Ethanol or drink Alchohol-containing beverages. You may become dizzy or feel faint while taking Nitroglycerin and Alchohol together; do not stand or sit up too quickly. To avoid an interaction, avoid alcohol-containing beverages while you are taking Nitroglycerin. If you experience dizziness (lightheadedness) which does not go away, fainting or falling spells, or shortness of breath while taking Nitroglycerin, contact your physician immediately.
    • Notes for Professionals: Alcohol may increase the frequency of nitroglycerin-related adverse effects including lightheadedness on standing, especially just after rising from a recumbent or seated position. The vasodilating effects of nitroglycerin may also be additive with those of alcohol.

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