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Chlorpheniramine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis. The alternative uses of Chlorpheniramine have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Chlorpheniramine. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Chlorpheniramine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Chlorpheniramine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Chlorpheniramine's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Chlorpheniramine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Glaucoma must refrain from the use of Chlorpheniramine since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Chlorpheniramine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Chlorpheniramine have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Chlorpheniramine is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Chlorpheniramine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chlorpheniramine is used -
Mild
Is the use of Chlorpheniramine safe for pregnant women?
Chlorpheniramine is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Chlorpheniramine safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Chlorpheniramine in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Chlorpheniramine is unavailable.
What is the effect of Chlorpheniramine on the Kidneys?
Chlorpheniramine rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Chlorpheniramine on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Chlorpheniramine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Chlorpheniramine on the Heart?
Chlorpheniramine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Chlorpheniramine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlorpheniramine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlorpheniramine habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Chlorpheniramine.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Chlorpheniramine as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Chlorpheniramine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Chlorpheniramine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Chlorpheniramine
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Chlorpheniramine together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorpheniramine
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Chlorpheniramine as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,165