Children’s
Sudafed

Generic Drug
Pseudoephedrine HCl

 

Dosage Forms (Warner Lambert Consumer)

Liquid: pseudoephedrine 15mg per 5ml, grape flavor


Adult Dosing Guidelines

  • NA

Pediatric Dosing Guidelines

  • for nasal decongestion
  • 0.5 to 1 mg / kg / dose q4-6h

Triage Questions About Treatment or Related Issues

  • What symptoms and how long?
  • Fever? If yes, refer to MD
  • Allergies?
  • Other medications (Rx or OTC) or any pre-existing medical conditions?

General Information

MOA: stimulates the alpha-adrenergic receptors of the vascular smooth muscle resulting and vasoconstriction and nasal decongestion. Constriction results in shrinkage of the mucous membrane and promotes drainage.

-do not exceed recommended dose

-if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur call MD

-if symptoms do not clear within 7 days or are accompanied by a fever… call MD

Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
arrythmias, tachycardia, palpitations, restlessness, headach, N, V

Natural Products or Nutritional Interactions (if applicable)
none