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Chlorpheniramine

Generic Name
Chlorpheniramine
Brand Names
Aller-chlor, Allerest PE, Children's Nyquil Cold and Cough, Codar Ar, Coricidin Hbp Cold & Flu, Coricidin Hbp Cough and Cold, Dimetapp Long Acting Cough Plus Cold, Robitussin Pediatric Cough & Cold LA, Scot-tussin Sugar Free DM, Sudogest, Tussicaps, Tussionex, Tuxarin, Tuzistra, Wal-finate
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C16H19ClN2
CAS Number
132-22-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
3U6IO1965U

Overview

A histamine H1 antagonist used in allergic reactions, hay fever, rhinitis, urticaria, and asthma. It has also been used in veterinary applications. One of the most widely used of the classical antihistaminics, it generally causes less drowsiness and sedation than promethazine.

Background

A histamine H1 antagonist used in allergic reactions, hay fever, rhinitis, urticaria, and asthma. It has also been used in veterinary applications. One of the most widely used of the classical antihistaminics, it generally causes less drowsiness and sedation than promethazine.

Indication

For the treatment of rhinitis, urticaria, allergy, common cold, asthma and hay fever.

Associated Conditions

  • Allergic Conjunctivitis (AC)
  • Allergic Contact Dermatitis
  • Allergic Reaction
  • Allergic Rhinitis (AR)
  • Allergic cough
  • Allergies caused by Serum
  • Allergy to Tree Pollen
  • Allergy to vaccine
  • Angioneurotic Edema
  • Asthma
  • Bronchial Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Common Cold
  • Conjunctival congestion
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Cough
  • Cough caused by Common Cold
  • Coughing caused by Flu caused by Influenza
  • Drug Allergy
  • Epiphora
  • Eye allergy
  • Fever
  • Flu caused by Influenza
  • Food Allergy
  • Headache
  • Headache caused by Allergies
  • House Dust Mite Allergy
  • Itching of the nose
  • Itching of the throat
  • Migraine
  • Nasal Congestion
  • Nasal Congestion caused by Common Cold
  • Productive cough
  • Pruritus
  • Rash
  • Rhinorrhoea
  • Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
  • Sinus Congestion
  • Sinusitis
  • Sneezing
  • Transfusion Reactions
  • Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
  • Upper respiratory tract congestion
  • Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified
  • Urticaria
  • Vasomotor Rhinitis
  • Acute Rhinitis
  • Allergic purpura
  • Conjunctival hyperemia
  • Dry cough
  • Excess mucus or phlegm
  • Itchy throat
  • Mild bacterial upper respiratory tract infections
  • Ocular hyperemia
  • Throat inflammation
  • Upper respiratory symptoms
  • Watery itchy eyes

FDA Approved Products

Tuxarin
Manufacturer:Mainpointe Pharmaceuticals
Route:ORAL
Strength:8 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/12/31
NDC:71269-040
Hydrocodone Polistirex and Chlorpheniramine Polisitrex
Manufacturer:Atlantic Biologicals Corps
Route:ORAL
Strength:8 mg in 5 mL
Approved: 2014/10/17
NDC:17856-0235
Hydrocodone Polistirex and Chlorpheniramine Polistirex extended-release
Manufacturer:Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route:ORAL
Strength:8 mg in 5 mL
Approved: 2023/10/06
NDC:72162-1283
Hydrocodone Polistirex and Chlorpheniramine Polistirex extended-release
Manufacturer:Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route:ORAL
Strength:8 mg in 5 mL
Approved: 2022/01/06
NDC:63629-2304
Tussionex Pennkinetic
Manufacturer:Unither Manufacturing LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:8 mg in 5 mL
Approved: 2017/01/20
NDC:53014-548

Singapore Approved Products

AXCEL CHLORPHENIRAMINE TABLETS 4 mg
Manufacturer:KOTRA PHARMA (M) SDN BHD
Form:TABLET
Strength:4 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1998/12/05
Approval:SIN10511P
ANTAMIN TABLET 4 mg
Manufacturer:XEPA-SOUL PATTINSON (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD
Form:TABLET
Strength:4 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/04/27
Approval:SIN02658P
ALLERSIN-F TABLET 4 mg
Manufacturer:SUNWARD PHARMACEUTICAL PRIVATE LIMITED
Form:TABLET
Strength:4 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/06/02
Approval:SIN03180P
NAZAL SPRAY
Manufacturer:SATO PHARMACEUTICAL CO LTD
Form:SPRAY
Strength:500 mg/100 ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/11/06
Approval:SIN03722P
CHLORPHENIRAMINE TABLET 4 mg
Manufacturer:PT. ACTAVIS INDONESIA
Form:TABLET
Strength:4 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/04/18
Approval:SIN02533P

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