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Daily OTC Pearl: Pamprin Multi-Symptom
Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD
Pamprin Multi-Symptom is a combination medicine used to treat the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
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OTC/Lifestyle Pearl of the Day: Pamprin Multi-Symptom
Indication: Pamprin Multi-Symptom is a combination medicine used to treat the symptoms of
Insight:
- Generic name:
acetaminophen, pamabrom, and pyrilamine Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer.Pamabrom is a diuretic (water pill).- Pyrilamine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body.
- Do not take more of this medication than is recommended.
- An overdose of acetaminophen can damage the liver or cause death.
- Pamprin Multi-Symptom is usually taken only for a short time until PMS symptoms clear.
- Do not take more of this medication than is recommended.
- Common adverse effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision.
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