ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE and ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE

Overview

ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE is the #18 most commonly reported adverse reaction for ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, manufactured by Kenvue Brands LLC. There are 39 FDA adverse event reports linking ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE to ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE. This represents approximately 1.3% of all 3,027 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE who experience accidental overdose should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE is a less commonly reported adverse event for ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

In addition to accidental overdose, the following adverse reactions have been reported for ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE:

• OFF LABEL USE — 180 reports
• VOMITING — 141 reports
• DRUG ADMINISTERED TO PATIENT OF INAPPROPRIATE AGE — 132 reports
• WRONG TECHNIQUE IN PRODUCT USAGE PROCESS — 125 reports
• INCORRECT DOSE ADMINISTERED — 123 reports
• PRODUCT USE ISSUE — 107 reports
• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 106 reports
• PRODUCT ADMINISTERED TO PATIENT OF INAPPROPRIATE AGE — 94 reports
• ACCIDENTAL EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT BY CHILD — 88 reports
• PRODUCT USE IN UNAPPROVED INDICATION — 76 reports

Other Drugs Associated with ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE

The following drugs have also been linked to accidental overdose in FDA adverse event reports:

Does ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE cause ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE?

ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE has been reported as an adverse event in 39 FDA reports for ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE with ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE accounts for approximately 1.3% of all adverse event reports for ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE while taking ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

If you experience accidental overdose while taking ACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

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