What is coricidin used for?

What is coricidin used for?

This combination product is used for the temporary relief of cough, sneezing, or runny nose due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. This product contains a non-opioid cough suppressant (such as chlophedianol, dextromethorphan).

Is coricidin the same thing as mucinex?

Mucinex (Guaifenesin) is a useful medicine for loosening congestion in your chest and throat, and it lasts longer than other guaifenesin products. Coricidin Hbp Cough And Cold (Chlorpheniramine / Dextromethorphan) is a combination medicine that relieves multiple cold symptoms.

What are the different types of Coricidin?

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What symptoms does Coricidin treat?

Coricidin is used to treat headache, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and pain or fever caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. Coricidin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the best decongestant for high blood pressure?

Phenylephrine. For those with high blood pressure, phenylephrine is an alternative to pseudoephedrine. They are in the same drug class known as nasal decongestants, which help relieve sinus congestion and pressure.

What is similar to Coricidin HBP?

(Acetaminophen / Chlorpheniramine / Dextromethorphan)

• Coricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu (acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan)
• 8 alternatives.
• Delsym (dextromethorphan)
• Unisom (doxylamine)
• Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
• Mucinex (guaifenesin)
• Mucinex DM (dextromethorphan / guaifenesin)
• Robitussin (guaifenesin)

Can I take Tylenol and coricidin together?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Coricidin HBP Cold & Flu and Tylenol.

Will Coricidin raise blood pressure?

Why Coricidin ® HBP Products? Coricidin ® HBP is the #1 selling† brand of powerful cold medicine specially formulated for those with high blood pressure. Nasal decongestants in common cold medications may raise one’s blood pressure.

What is a natural decongestant?

Try rubbing diluted eucalyptus oil on the chest as a decongestant, or inhale eucalyptus or peppermint oil to clear stuffiness. Adding lavender, cedar, or lemon to steam may also soothe nasal passages. Inhaling menthol not only provides relief from nasal congestion, but might help inhibit infection as well.

What is the generic for Coricidin HBP?

Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine is an over-the-counter (OTC) product used for the relief of cold and flu symptoms. Acetaminophen/chlorpheniramine is available under the following different brand names: Coricidin HBP Cold & Flu and St. Joseph Cold & Flu.

Which is better diphenhydramine or dextromethorphan?

Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) is great for allergies, but curl up on the couch after taking it and get ready for a nap. Breaks up mucus and relieves cough. Robitussin Dm (Guaifenesin / Dextromethorphan) is okay for loosening congestion in your chest and throat, but it could prevent you from coughing the mucus up.