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PROPYLHEXEDRINE: 50 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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50
Total FAERS Reports
14 (28.0%)
Deaths Reported
23
Hospitalizations
50
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
15
Life-Threatening
10
Disabilities
BF ASCHER AND CO INC
Manufacturer

Route: NASAL · Manufacturer: BF ASCHER AND CO INC · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 19851001 · Latest Report: 20250723

What Are the Most Common PROPYLHEXEDRINE Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Drug dependence
11 reports (22.0%)
#2 Most Reported
Drug abuse
11 reports (22.0%)
#3 Most Reported
Toxicity to various agents
9 reports (18.0%)

All PROPYLHEXEDRINE Side Effects by Frequency

Side Effect Reports % of Total Deaths Hosp.
Drug abuse 11 22.0% 0 4
Drug dependence 11 22.0% 1 6
Acute kidney injury 9 18.0% 9 5
Hypotension 9 18.0% 9 5
Metabolic acidosis 9 18.0% 9 5
Pneumonia aspiration 9 18.0% 9 5
Respiratory depression 9 18.0% 9 5
Tachycardia 9 18.0% 9 5
Toxicity to various agents 9 18.0% 9 6
Depressed level of consciousness 8 16.0% 8 4
Tremor 8 16.0% 7 5
Coma 7 14.0% 7 5
Hyperreflexia 7 14.0% 7 4
Euphoric mood 6 12.0% 0 2
Anion gap 5 10.0% 5 2

Who Reports PROPYLHEXEDRINE Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 13.0% female, 87.0% male. Average age: 28.0 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →

Is PROPYLHEXEDRINE Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2014 1 0 0
2015 2 1 2
2016 2 0 1
2017 2 0 0
2018 2 0 0
2019 1 0 0
2020 3 0 1
2021 9 2 6
2023 3 0 3
2025 2 0 0

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What Is PROPYLHEXEDRINE Used For?

IndicationReports
Product used for unknown indication 18

Official FDA Label for PROPYLHEXEDRINE

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Uses For the temporarily relief of nasal congestion due to a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies (allergic rhinitis).

Dosage & Administration

Directions adults and children 6 to 12 years of age (with adult supervision): two inhalations in each nostril not more than every two hours. children under 6 years of age: consult a doctor

Warnings

Warnings Do not exceed recommended dosage. This product may cause temporary discomfort such as burning, stinging, sneezing, or an increase in nasal discharge. The use of this container by more than one person may spread infection. Use only as directed. Frequent or prolonged use may cause nasal congestion to recur or worsen. Ill effects may result if taken internally

Active Ingredient

Active ingredient.................

Purpose Propylhexedrine

175 mg......Nasal decongestant

Inactive Ingredients

Inactive ingredients lavender oil, menthol