It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Westrim before taking it.
What is Westrim
Westrim is a decongestant. It works by constricting blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your body. Constriction of blood vessels in your sinuses, nose, and chest allows drainage of those areas, which decreases congestion. Westrim is used to treat the congestion associated with allergies, hay fever, sinus irritation, and the common cold. Westrim also causes a decrease in appetite and is used in some over-the-counter diet aids. Westrim has been associated with an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding into the brain or into tissue surrounding the brain) in women. Men may also be at risk. Although the risk of hemorrhagic stroke is low, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that consumers not use any products that contain Westrim. Westrim may also be used for purposes other than those listed in Westrim guide.
Westrim side effects
If you experience any of the following serious side effects from Westrim, stop taking Westrim and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction ;
seizures;
unusual behavior or hallucinations; or
an irregular or fast heartbeat.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Westrim and talk to your doctor if you experience
dizziness, lightheadedness, or drowsiness;
headache;
insomnia;
anxiety;
tremor (shaking) or restlessness;
nausea or vomiting; or
sweating.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Westrim dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Nasal Congestion:
25 mg orally every 4 hours. -or- 75 mg orally extended release every 12 hours. Not to exceed 150 mg/day.
Usual Adult Dose for Weight Loss:
25 mg orally 3 times a day, one-half hour before meals. -or- 75 mg orally extended release once a day in the morning. The use of Westrim for weight loss should be limited to 12 weeks.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Nasal Congestion:
2 to 6 years: 6.25 mg orally every 4 hours. Maximum daily dose is 37.5 mg. 6 to 12 years: 12.5 mg orally every 4 hours. Maximum daily dose is 75 mg. > 12 years: 25 mg orally every 4 hours. -or- 75 mg orally extended release every 12 hours. Not to exceed 150 mg/day.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
Can Westrim be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Westrim?
Take Westrim exactly as directed by your doctor, or follow the instructions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Never take this medication in larger doses or more often than is recommended. Too much Westrim could be very harmful.
If your symptoms are accompanied by a high fever, or if they do not improve in 7 days, see your doctor.
Store Westrim at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Who should not take Westrim?
Do not take Westrim if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A very dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have
high blood pressure;
any type of heart disease, hardening of the arteries, or irregular heartbeat;
thyroid problems;
diabetes;
glaucoma or increased pressure in your eye;
an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating; or
liver or kidney disease.
You may not be able to take Westrim, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
It is not known whether Westrim will harm an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
Infants are especially sensitive to the effects of Westrim. Do not take this drug if you are breast-feeding a baby.
If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from Westrim. You may require a lower dose of this medication. Using a short-acting formulation of Westrim (not a long-acting or a controlled-release formulation) may be safer if you are over 60 years of age.
What other drugs will affect Westrim?
Do not take Westrim if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A very dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects.
Westrim may also interact with the following medicines:
furazolidone (Furoxone);
guanethidine (Ismelin);
indomethacin (Indocin);
methyldopa (Aldomet);
bromocriptine (Parlodel);
caffeine in cola, tea, coffee, chocolate, and other products;
tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Endep), doxepin (Sinequan), and nortriptyline (Pamelor);
other commonly used tricyclic antidepressants, including amoxapine (Asendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Tofranil), protriptyline (Vivactil), and trimipramine (Surmontil);
phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), thioridazine (Mellaril), and prochlorperazine (Compazine); and
other commonly used phenothiazines, including fluphenazine (Prolixin), perphenazine (Trilafon), mesoridazine (Serentil), and trifluoperazine (Stelazine).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Westrim. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Can Westrim be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Westrim be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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