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Is Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride An Antihistamine?
Hello: is pseudoephedrine hydrochloride (CVS nasal decongestant) an antihistamine? I m 74 with ok BP after meds. Am experiencing sinus dripping,clear and a semi dry cough. I m sure it is caused by allergies here in WI. can I take the CVS product? Thanks Dick Neuses
Mon, 22 Oct 2018
Hi,
Pseudoephedrine is not an antihistamine. It is an adrenergic drug. It has got action on the heart and has to be used with caution in cardiac patients.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Pseudoephedrine is not an antihistamine. It is an adrenergic drug. It has got action on the heart and has to be used with caution in cardiac patients.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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