Chlor-Trimeton
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Drug Summary
What Is Chlor-Trimeton?
Chlor-Trimeton (chlorpheniramine maleate) is an antihistamine used to treat sneezing itching watery eyes and runny nose caused by allergies or the common cold . Chlor-Trimeton is available in generic form and over-the-counter ( OTC ).
What Are Side Effects of Chlor-Trimeton?
Common side effects of Chlor-Trimeton include:
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- blurred vision
- dry mouth /nose/throat
- nausea
- stomach pain
- constipation
- problems with memory or concentration
- nervousness or
- restlessness or excitability (especially in children).
Dosage for Chlor-Trimeton
Dose for Chlor-Trimeton for adults and children 12 years of age and older: One tablet every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a physician. Children 6 through 11 years: Half the adult dose every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 3 whole tablets in 24 hours. Children under 6: Consult a doctor.
What Drugs Substances or Supplements Interact with Chlor-Trimeton?
Some medications may interact with Chlor-Trimeton including antidepressants diuretics (water pills) glycopyrrolate mepenzolate aspirin or salicylates atropine belladonna benztropine dimenhydrinate methscopolamine scopolamine bronchodilators MAO inhibitors bladder or urinary medications or irritable bowel medications. Tell your doctor all drugs you are taking.
Chlor-Trimeton During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Chlor-Trimeton is not expected to be harmful to a fetus. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Chlor-Trimeton can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Additional Information
Our Chlor-Trimeton Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
FDA Drug Information
- Drug Description
- Indications & Dosage
- Side Effects & Drug Interactions
- Warnings & Precautions
- Overdose & Contraindications
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Medication Guide
Description for Chlor-Trimeton
Chlor-Trimeton (chlorpheniramine maleate)
Active ingredient (in each tablet): Chlorpheniramine Maleate 12 mg.
Inactive ingredients: acacia calcium phosphate tribasic calcium sulfate carnauba wax corn starch FD&C yellow No. 6 FD&C yellow No. 6 aluminum lake lactose monohydrate magnesium stearate neutral soap oleic acid pharmaceutical ink povidone rosin sucrose talc titanium dioxide white wax zein
Uses for Chlor-Trimeton
Purpose: Antihistamine
Uses:
- temporarily relieves the following symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
- sneezing
- runny nose
- itchy watery eyes
- itching of the nose or throat
Dosage for Chlor-Trimeton
Directions
- adults and children 12 years and over: 1 tablet every 12 hours. Do not exceed 2 tablets in 24 hours.
- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
HOW SUPPLIED
Other information
- each tablet contains: calcium 30 mg
- store between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F)
Side Effects for Chlor-Trimeton
When using this product
- excitability may occur especially in children
- drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic beverages
- alcohol sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Drug Interactions for Chlor-Trimeton
No information provided.
Warnings for Chlor-Trimeton
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- glaucoma
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
- excitability may occur especially in children
- drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic beverages
- alcohol sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Precautions for Chlor-Trimeton
No information provided.
Overdose Information for Chlor-Trimeton
No information provided.
Contraindications for Chlor-Trimeton
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- glaucoma
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
Clinical Pharmacology for Chlor-Trimeton
Competes with histamine for H1-receptor sites on effector cells in the gastrointestinal tract blood vessels and respiratory tract.
Patient Information for Chlor-Trimeton
See WARNINGS section.
