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Chlorpheniramine MaleateWeight:
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Chlorpheniramine Maleate
Indications
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is indicated in the following indications- Urticaria Sensitivity reactions Angioneurotic edema Vasomotor rhinitis Cough Common cold Motion sickness and Other allergic conditions.
Pharmacology
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an alkylamine antihistamine. It is one of the most potent histamine H1-receptor blocking agents which is used as a potent antihistamine. This generally causes less sedation than promethazine. Chlorpheniramine Maleate exerts its effects by blocking H1-receptor competitively.
Dosage Administration
Adult- Usual adult dose is 4 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 24 mg daily. Child- 6-12 years: 2 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 12 mg daily. 2-5 years: 1 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 6 mg daily. 1-2 years: 1 mg twice daily. Below 1 year the use of Chlorpheniramine Maleate is not recommended.
Contraindications
Chlorpheniramine is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to this agent, in newborn or premature infants.
Side Effects
Chlorpheniramine is well-tolerated, but sometimes drowsiness, dizziness, muscular weakness, and gastrointestinal upset may occur.
Pregnancy And Lactation
This drug should not be used in lactating mother and in pregnancy especially during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Therapeutic
Store in a cool (Below 25°C temperature) and dry place protected from light. Keep out of the reach of children.
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