Dexchlorpheniramine

Generic Name
Dexchlorpheniramine
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C16H19ClN2
CAS Number
25523-97-1
Unique Ingredient Identifier
3Q9Q0B929N
Background

Dexchlorpheniramine is a potent S-enantiomer of chlorpheniramine. The salt form dexchlorpheniramine maleate as the active ingredient is available as a prescription drug indicated for adjunctive therapy for allergic and anaphylactic reactions. It is an antihistamine drug with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative actions. It disrupts histamine signaling by co...

Associated Conditions
Allergy to Tree Pollen, Common Cold, Conjunctivitis, Dermatitis, Insect Bites, Pruritus, Rhinitis, Sunburn, Urticaria, Vasomotor Rhinitis
Associated Therapies
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