How Long Does Coricidin Last?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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The effects of Coricidin HBP products can last

up to six hours

when taken in excessively high doses, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The medicine is typically safe and effective when people take 10 to 30 milligrams every six hours. But high doses can lead to adverse reactions, including overdose.

How often can you take Coricidin?


2 tabs every 4–6 hours

; max 12 tabs/day.

What happens if you take too much Coricidin?

Symptoms of overdose may include:

nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain

, extreme tiredness, agitation, confusion, flushing, hallucinations, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine, seizures.

How long is coricidin good for?

This medication is for temporary use only. Do not use for

more than 7 days

without first consulting your doctor. If you are taking this product on a regular schedule and miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.

How long does it take for Triple C’s to wear off?

The effects usually wear off

within 6 hours or so

, but there are a lot of factors that influence how long you’ll feel the effects.

How effective is Coricidin HBP?

Coricidin HBP Cold & Flu has an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from a total of 10 ratings on Drugs.com.

63% of reviewers reported a positive effect

, while 25% reported a negative effect.

Is Coricidin HBP addictive?


It supposedly has no addictive qualities

, although there are few reported cases of dependence and craving. One such case report described a patient who had abused cough syrup containing dextromethorphan for 8 years.

Will coricidin make me sleepy?

The antihistamine in

this product may cause drowsiness

, and therefore it can also be used as a nighttime sleep aid.

Will coricidin help sinus infection?

This medication is used for

temporary relief of congestion

in the nose caused by various conditions including the common cold, sinusitis, hay fever, and allergies. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose area, reducing swelling and congestion.

Does coricidin help with mucus?

It

works by thinning and loosening mucus in the airways, clearing congestion

, and making breathing easier. Dextromethorphan belongs to a class of drugs known as cough suppressants.

Do Triple C’s make you tired?

Addiction – While Triple C has a light addiction profile, it does eventually result in dependence and then addiction. In one survey, heavy Triple C users reported experiencing withdrawal symptoms for roughly 1 week following quitting. These include: Fatigue.

What is Triple C high?

Triple C, the slang term for

Coricidin HBP Cough and Cold

, contains Dextromethorphan or DXM which taken in large doses can produce hallucinations. The simplest way to put it, says ERTP CEO Karen Lee, “is that teens have discovered a way to get high yet fly under the radar.

What is in coricidin?

Coricidin contains a

combination of acetaminophen and chlorpheniramine

Who should not take Coricidin?

Do not use this medicine if

you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days

. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

Can someone without high blood pressure take Coricidin HBP?

Why should high blood pressure sufferers consider

cold medicines

without decongestants? If you have high blood pressure, it’s important you choose a cold medicine that’s decongestant-free like Coricidin

®

HBP. It effectively treats cold and flu symptoms without raising your blood pressure.

Is coricidin safe to take?


Do not take more Coricidin than is recommended

. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Stop taking Coricidin and call your doctor if you still have a fever after 3 days, or you still have pain after 10 days (or 5 days if treating a child).

James Park
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James Park
Dr. James Park is a medical doctor and health expert with a focus on disease prevention and wellness. He has written several publications on nutrition and fitness, and has been featured in various health magazines. Dr. Park's evidence-based approach to health will help you make informed decisions about your well-being.