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Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet)
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Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet) — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet) is an antihistamine medication used to treat itching or as a light sedative in dogs and cats. It's classified as a first-generation antihistamine. Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet) is a first-generation antihistamine that blocks the effects of the chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet) helps reduce the allergic symptoms.
Indications
Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet) use as an antihistamine.
Mechanism of action
Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine that suppresses histamine's function, namely its effect on H1 receptors. As a result, swelling and itching are reduced or prevented. Chlorpheniramine has little or no effect on heart rate or gastric acid productions.
Administration
Take Chlorpheniramine Maleate (Vet) in the dose and duration as advised by Registered Veterinary Physician.
Side effects
Drowsiness,Sedation. Dry mouth. Loss of appetite. Digestive upset.
Precautions & warnings
If animals become unwell while receiving medication, do not provide any additional doses and contact a veterinarian as soon as possible for direction.
Contraindications
In animals who are hypersensitive to the drug, chlorpheniramine maleate (Vet) should be administered with caution.
Drug interactions
Chlorpheniramine maleate may interact with other medications. Consult a veterinarian to determine whether any other medications may interfere. Examples of such drugs include amitriptyline, amphetamine, barbiturates, epinephrine, fatty acid supplements, heparin, phenytoin, pseudoephedrine, selegiline, and tranquilizers.