Pheramin4mg
OTC- Generic:
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate
- Company:
- Amico Laboratories Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Tablet
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At a glance
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions including urticaria, vasomotor rhinitis, cough, common cold, and motion sickness.
Indications
- Urticaria
- Sensitivity reactions
- Angioneurotic edema
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Cough
- Common cold
- Motion sickness
- Other allergic conditions
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral): 4 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 24 mg daily.
Adult Dose (Parenteral): Emergency treatment of anaphylactic shock: 10-20 mg IM, SC, or slow IV (over 1 min), max 40 mg/day.
Pediatric Dose (Oral):
| Age | Dose | Schedule | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 years | 1 mg | Twice daily | — |
| 2-5 years | 1 mg | Every 4-6 hours | 6 mg/day |
| 6-12 years | 2 mg | Every 4-6 hours | 12 mg/day |
Pediatric Dose (Parenteral): 87.5 mcg/kg SC 4 times daily.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Dry mouth
- Sleepiness
- Drowsiness
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Muscular weakness
- Gastrointestinal upset
Precautions & warnings
- [UNSAFE] Chlorpheniramine Maleate may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Use with caution in patients with glaucoma and prostatic hypertrophy.
- Avoid during the first trimester of pregnancy.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.