Indications - Chlorpheniramine Maleate is indicated in the following indications- Urticaria Sensitivity reactions Angioneurotic edema Vasomotor rhinitis Cough Common cold Motion sickness and Other allergic conditions.
Dosage & Administration - Adult- Usual adult dose is 4 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 24 mg daily. Child- 6-12 years: 2 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 12 mg daily. 2-5 years: 1 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 6 mg daily. 1-2 years: 1 mg twice daily. Below 1 year the use of Chlorpheniramine Maleate is not recommended.
Side Effects - Chlorpheniramine is well-tolerated, but sometimes drowsiness, dizziness, muscular weakness, and gastrointestinal upset may occur.
Contraindications - Chlorpheniramine is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to this agent, in newborn or premature infants.
Others - Pregnancy & Lactation This drug should not be used in lactating mother and in pregnancy especially during the first trimester of pregnancy.