It has a role as a sympathomimetic agent, an antiasthmatic drug, a bronchodilator agent, a vasoconstrictor agent, a central nervous system drug, a. Multiple pictures are displayed for those medicines available in different strengths, marketed under different brand names and for medicines manufactured by different pharmaceutical companies. It was first characterized in 1889, by the german chemists ladenburg and oelschlagel, who used a sample that had been. Efficiency of extraction and conversion of pseudoephedrine to. Pseudoephedrine temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies, and nasal congestion associated with sinusitis. It comes as tablets, capsules and a liquid that you swallow. It has a role as a sympathomimetic agent, an antiasthmatic drug, a bronchodilator agent, a vasoconstrictor agent, a central nervous system drug, a nasal decongestant, a xenobiotic and a plant.
A logbook of sales of pseudoephedrine products in the form of tablets and caplets be kept. Treat it like a regular control prescription and not log the pseudo sale in the pseudo log book. Common side effects include feeling sick, headaches, a dry mouth, a fast or irregular heartbeat, or increased blood. The amount of pseudoephedrine that an individual can purchase each month is limited and individuals are required to present photo identification to purchase products containing pseudoephedrine. For extendedrelease pseudoephedrine 240 mg tablets such as sudafed 24 hour, the suggested dosage is one tablet once a. Ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine monitoring act editors note. Realtime electronic logbook for a pharmacy to record. The purpose of this medication log book is to serve as a record of each and every medication given to the horse from the feibefar prohibited substances list. Impact of state laws regulating pseudoephedrine on. Pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian yoostayshun tubes.
Dailymed sudafed pseudoephedrine hydrochloride tablet, coated. Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride pill images what does. Pseudoephedrine pse is the main ingredient used to make methamphetamine meth, a highly addictive. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. By signing you affirm that you are at least 18 years of age, and the information you have provided is true and accurate. Retail transaction log products containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine or phenylpropanolamine author. Laws relating to the sales of methamphetamine precursorspseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine. I should add that i have ingested 12mg of chlorpheniramine maleate, which was present in the medication along with pseudoephedrine, although i doubt it is responsible for these feelings. Pseudoephedrine oral route side effects mayo clinic. Pseudoephedrine logbook, letter size signed into law march 9, 2006, the combat methamphetamine epidemic act of 2005 cmea regulates, among other things, retail overthecounter sales of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine products.
The cmea required point of sale logbook systems to identify purchasers and. Pseudoephedrine, one of the naturally occurring alkaloids of ephedra, is a sympathomimetic used as a decongestant. Impede technology utilizes an advanced polymer matrix to limit extraction of pseudoephedrine from tablets and deter methamphetamine manufacturing. Dailymed pseudoephedrine hydrochloride pseudoephedrine hcl. If your store already has an account, check your instore procedures to get your stores account credentials. It doesnt require a prescription, but there are restrictions on its purchase and it is only available at the pharmacy counter. If you have questions about this medicine talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine can be used in the illicit production of a class a controlled drug methylamphetamine crystal meth. Whereas, pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine are found in both prescription and overthecounter products, including those frequently used to relieve nasal or sinus congestion caused by the common. Pseudoephedrine silfedrine childrens, sudafed 12 hour.
Find information on pseudoephedrine silfedrine childrens, sudafed 12 hour in daviss drug guide including dosage, side effects, interactions, nursing implications, mechanism of action, half life, administration, and more. Dec 06, 2019 due to inconsistencies between the drug labels on dailymed and the pill images provided by rximage, we no longer display the rximage pill images associated with drug labels. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. An rct comparing the efficacy and safety of cetirizine 5 mg, pseudoephedrine 120 mg bid, and their combination found that insomnia was the most common. Office of diversion control dea has developed training materials regarding selfcertification training for regulated sellers of nonprescription drug products containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine as required by the combat methamphetamine epidemic act of 2005 title vii of public law 109177. It also is effective with pseudoephedrine sulphate antihistamine tablets with cloropheneramine maleate, and changes the form to the salt form for the reaction. Almost completely absorbed from the gi tract following oral administration. Pseudoephedrine tablets nationwide childrens hospital. Pseudoephedrine is often sold under the name of sudafed.
Record sales of pseudoephedrine for future reference or inspection, as required by the combat meth act of 2005. I am starting to get disinterested from writing this log, as if there is a much higher purpose to my life. Legal requirements for the sale and purchase of drug. Pseudoephedrine is used for selfmedication for temporary relief of sinus congestion and pressure. Dailymed pseudoephedrine hcl tablet, extended release.
Retail provisions include daily sales limits and monthly purchase limits, placement of product. Pseudoephedrine soo doe e fed rin is a decongestant. To view the entire topic, please sign in or purchase a subscription. Pseudoephedrine pse is a sympathomimetic drug of the phenethylamine and amphetamine chemical classes. Pseudoephedrine is used for selfmedication for temporary relief of nasal congestion associated with upper respiratory allergy e. Legislation establishing an electronic log book for. Phenylpropanolamine is structurally similar to amphetamine. It is sold in different over the counter forms, most of. Click pseudoephedrine dosage to find out what other forms and strengths are available for this medication, for information on how dosing works for younger children, and for a list of precautions and tips for using this particular product. The enantiomer, l pseudoephedrine, is also readily available in bulk and is inexpensive. Multi ingredient medications may also be listed when applicable. Pseudoephedrine and phenylpropanolamine are orally effective nasal decongestants and sympathomimetics.
Jul 01, 2019 laws relating to the sales of methamphetamine precursorspseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine. Sudafed pseudoephedrine hci is a decongestant prescribed for the temporary relief of nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever, and sinus congestion. Side effects of sudafed pseudoephedrine, warnings, uses. Pseudoephedrine is a member of the class of the class of phenylethanolamines that is 1s2 methylamino1phenylethan1ol in which the pros hydrogen at position 2 is replaced by a methyl group. Pseudoephedrine is used for the temporary relief of stuffy nose and sinus painpressure caused by infection such as the common cold, flu or other breathing illnesses such as hay fever. It works by restricting the blood vessels in the nose and sinuses. If you are taking the overthecounter product to selftreat, read all directions on the product package before taking this medication.
Signs the written logbook with his or her name, address, time and date of the. Easy to read fda package insert, drug facts, dosage and administration, and adverse effects for sudafed pseudoephedrine. Pseudoephedrine pse is a sympathomimetic drug of the phenethylamine and amphetamine. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion stuffy nose. Pseudoephedrine usually starts to work in 15 to 30 minutes. Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine both act on the alpha and beta adrenergic receptors, but pseudoephedrines effect at the beta receptors are much less pronounced than ephedrines. Nasal and sinus congestion, sinus pressure, 36 count. Pseudoephedrine is nowhere near as stimulating as ephedrine, and its cardiac effects are milder than ephedrine.
Although the drug occurs naturally in certain plants eg, ma huang, the majority that is produced derives from yeast fermentation of dextrose in the presence of benzaldehyde. Legislation establishing an electronic log book for pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine sales. Freeman, phd, rph jeffery talbert, phd suzanne troske, ms institute for pharmaceutical outcomes and policy. Ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine. Brand name sudafed is available, and phenylephrine sudafed pe. Apr 18, 2016 impact of state laws regulating pseudoephedrine on methamphetamine production and abuse a white paper of the national association of state controlled substance authorities april 18, 2016 prepared by.
Pseudoephedrine is a member of the class of the class of phenylethanolamines that is 1s2methylamino1phenylethan1ol in which the pros hydrogen at position 2 is replaced by a methyl group. Pseudoephedrine is a drug found in numerous prescription and behindthecounter medications, including sudafed congestion but not sudafed pe, zyrtecd, and claritind its used to temporarily. Pharmaceutical manufacturers in china and india produce the bulk of commercially available pseudoephedrine. See what others have said about pseudoephedrine, including the effectiveness, ease of use and side effects. It is not the posters intent that this information be used for anything that would be considered illegal or in violation of any in. Pseudoephedrine is a mainstream decongestant drug that is often used to selftreat allergy and cold symptoms. Office of diversion control what information must be in the logbook. This part may be referred to and may be cited as the ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine monitoring act.
Legal requirements for the sale and purchase of drug products. Tarex technology utilizes an advanced polymer matrix to limit extraction of pseudoephedrine from tablets and deter methamphetamine manufacturing. Pseudoephedrine with cpm erowid exp intense euphoria. Used both as a nasal decongestant and as a weight control medication, it can increase plasma. Use of a concentrated sodium hydroxide solution ph 14 is necessary to ensure complete conversion of the pseudoephedrine hydrochloride into the base, with subsequent extraction into the organic. Retail transaction log products containing ephedrine.
Pseudoephedrine is an overthecounter otc medication typically used to treat nasal congestion, sinus congestion, and a runny nose these symptoms may be caused by multiple conditions such as the common cold, sinusitis or allergies. Typically, pseudoephedrine tablets are crushed and mixed with other easily. If your customer buys a single package containing not more than 60 milligrams of pseudoephedrine. It produces a decongestant effect that is facilitated by the vasoconstriction in the mucosal capillaries of the upper respiratory areas. Amazons choice for pseudoephedrine amazon basic care maximum strength nasal decongestant pe, phenylephrine hcl, 10 mg tablets.
Requires sellers to maintain a logbook of sales and customer information. Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the sideeffects of the drug. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Do you need to log a prescription pseudoephedrine like a btc pseudoephedrine sale. Pseudoephedrine is a drug found in both prescription and overthecounter products used to relieve nasal or sinus congestion caused by the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, and other respiratory.
Nov 12, 2007 a maintain a written or electronic log or receipts of transactions involving the sale of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or phenylpropanolamine. Pseudoephedrine comes as a regular tablet, a 12hour extendedrelease longacting tablet, a 24hour extendedrelease tablet, and a solution liquid to be taken by mouth. The 12hour extendedrelease tablets usually are taken every 12 hours, and you should not take more than. Indicationspecific dosing for sudafed, nexafed, zephrexd. Use of a concentrated sodium hydroxide solution ph 14 is necessary to ensure complete conversion of the pseudoephedrine hydrochloride into the base, with subsequent extraction into the organic chloroform layer. Pseudoephedrine also temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure pseudoephedrine is available under the following different brand names.
Signs be posted informing customers of the sales limits on. Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. Retail transaction log products containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine or phenylpropanolamine author department of health, health systems quality assurance, office of health professions and facilities, board of pharmacy. Date transaction id amount purchased gmg customer signature employee initials. Pseudoephedrine pharmacokinetics absorption bioavailability. Pseudoephedrine abuse, addiction, and dependence are becoming more common in teenagers and adults. Pseudoephedrine also comes mixed with other medicines to treat the symptoms of coughs, colds and allergies. It is supplied by major pharmaceuticals inc pseudoephedrine is used in the treatment of nasal congestion and belongs to the drug class decongestants. The combat methamphetamine epidemic act of 2005 cmea was signed into law on march 9, 2006 to regulate, among other things, retail overthecounter sales of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine products.
This new part was created by act 314 of the 2009 legislature. Indiana state police approved ephedrinepseudoephedrine. Onset of nasal decongestion occurs within 30 minutes following. Retail provisions of the cmea include daily sales limits and monthly purchase limits, placement of product out of direct. Pseudoephedrine is an alpha agonist used to treat nasal congestion and sinus pressure. The regular tablets and liquid are usually taken every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. It may be used as a nasalsinus decongestant, as a stimulant, or as a wakefulnesspromoting agent in higher doses.
Department of health, health systems quality assurance, office of health professions and facilities, board of pharmacy subject. A a retailer or terminal distributor of dangerous drugs that sells, offers to sell, holds for sale, delivers, or otherwise provides a pseudoephedrine product or ephedrine product to the public shall maintain a log book of all purchases of pseudoephedrine products or ephedrine products made without a valid prescription. Fda has not classified the drug for risk during pregnancy. Before using pseudoephedrine hcl, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products e. For the extendedrelease 120 mg pseudoephedrine tablets such as sudafed 12 hour, the recommended dosage for adults and children 12 years and older is one tablet every 12 hours. It is unlawful to supply a product or combination of products which contain more than 720mg of pseudoephedrine or 180mg of ephedrine in a single transaction, without a prescription. This is probably due in part to the fact that it is such a widely available drug. The dea should be able to get all the necessary patient info through the. For extendedrelease pseudoephedrine 24 hour tablets 240 mg, the suggested dosage is one tablet once a day. Only register if your store sells otc pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, or phenylpropanolamine.
We anticipate reposting the images once we are able identify and filter out images that do not match the information provided in the drug labels. Nasal decongestants in monotherapy for the common cold pdf. You must keep a logbook which contains a written or electronic list of sales of drug products containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine. It is used to treat congestion of the nose or sinuses. You must write or enter in the logbook the name of the drug product and the quantity sold.
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