Drug class
Histamine H1 Receptor Antagonists [MoA]; Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat
Warnings
Warnings 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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Dosage & administration
Directions Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours Children 6 to under 12 years of age: ½ tablet (break tablet in half) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 3 whole tablets in 24 hours Children under 6 years of age: ask a doctor
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each tablet) Chlorpheniramine maleate 4mg
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid