Chlorpheniramine maleate

Chlorphenamine is an antihistamine medicine that relieves the symptoms of It's known as a drowsy (sedating) antihistamine. This means that it is likely to make you feel more sleepy than some other antihistamines. It's used for: • • red, itchy eyes ( • • • Chlorphenamine is available on prescription, and to buy from pharmacies. It comes as tablets or as a liquid that you swallow. Chlorphenamine is sometimes mixed with other medicines like ephedrine or When chlorphenamine is mixed with other medicines, it can be called Galpseud Plus Linctus and Haymine. • Chlorphenamine usually takes 30 minutes to 1 hour to work. • Common side effects include feeling sick (nausea), sleepy or dizzy. You may also have difficulty concentrating, a dry mouth, headaches or blurred vision. • Wait a minimum of 4 hours between taking doses. • Do not drink alcohol while you're taking chlorphenamine. Alcohol may make you feel sick or more sleepy. • If you've bought chlorphenamine from a pharmacy without a prescription, do not take it for longer than 2 weeks. If you are still having symptoms, speak to your doctor. 3. Who can and cannot take chlorphenamine Chlorphenamine can be taken by most adults. Children and chlorphenamine You can buy cough, cold and other medicines that contain chlorphenamine from pharmacies. This type of chlorphenamine should not be given to children under the age of 6. Children under 6 should only be given chlorphenamine that has been prescribed by their doctor. Who may not be abl...

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic medication. When your body is exposed to an allergen (pollen, animal dander, house dust etc.), it produces a chemical called histamine. This causes watery eyes, runny or blocked nose, sneezing, skin rashes, itching etc. Chlorpheniramine Maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, thereby relieving these symptoms. Q. Does chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate cause increase in blood pressure/ drowsy/non drowsy/sedating/get you high/keep you awake/sleepiness/make you tired/weight gain? Chlorpheniramine causing these side effects is common or rare. Always consult your doctor, if you experience any of these side effects Q. Can I take chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate with Panadol/ cetirizine /Zyrtec/ Allegra/ warfarin/ diphenhydramine/ ibuprofen/Claritin/guaifenesin/Benadryl? Yes, but taking other medicines may alter the effects of chlorpheniramine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

What is this medication? CHLORPHENIRAMINE (klor fen IR a meen) is an antihistamine. It is used to treat a runny nose from allergies or a cold. It is also used to treat the symptoms of an allergic reaction. This medicine will not treat an infection. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): AHIST, Aller-Chlor, Allergy, Allergy Relief, Allergy Time, Chlor-Pheniton, Chlor-Trimeton, Chlor-Trimeton Allergy, Diabetic Tussin Allergy Relief, ED-Chlortan, Teldrin HBP What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: •glaucoma •heart disease •high blood pressure •lung or breathing disease, like asthma •pain or difficulty passing urine •prostate trouble •ulcers or other stomach problems •an unusual or allergic reaction to chlorpheniramine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should I use this medication? Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Patients over 60 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose. Overdosage: If you think you have...

Chlorpheniramine Tablets Prescribing Information Package insert / product label Generic name: chlorpheniramine maleate Dosage form: tablet Drug class: Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.