Chlorpheniramine is used to relieve the symptoms of nasal congestion, watery eyes, throat itching, sneezing, nose infections associated with upper respiratory tract (such as colds), allergies and hay fever.
What is Chlorpheniramine?
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. By blocking the effects of histamine, the previously mentioned symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing are reduced.
How should Chlorpheniramine be taken?
Chlorpheniramine may be administered orally in the form of tablets, capsules, syrups, and suspensions or by injection.
Side effects associated with Chlorpheniramine
Chlorpheniramine can increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun.
Among the other possible adverse effects are included:
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth, nose or throat
- Excitability
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Nervousness or anxiety
- Stomach problems
- Vomiting
- Weakness
You should immediately contact a doctor if taking Chlorpheniramine triggers any of the following symptoms:
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Itchy skin
- Difficult breathing
- Chest tightness
- Swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue
- Difficulty or inability to urinate
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Hallucinations
- Convulsions
- Severe dizziness
- Feeling faint or lightheaded
- Headache
- Tremors
- Insomnia
- Vision problems
Contraindications and warnings associated with the use of Chlorpheniramine
Chlorpheniramine may impair the ability to drive or operate hazardous machinery, especially when taken together with alcohol or other drugs. It should be taken at least after 14 days from the last use of sodium oxybate, urazolidone or MAO inhibitors.
Moreover, before starting the treatment it is important to tell your doctor if:
- You have any allergy to the active substance, to other components or to other drugs or foods
- You are taking other medications, herbal remedies and other supplements, in particular: furazolidone, MAO inhibitors, sodium ossibato, tricyclic antidepressants and hydantoins
- You suffer (or have suffered) from accelerated, slow or irregular heartbeat, asthma, lung or cardiovascular problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, strokes, glaucoma, gastrointestinal blocks, ulcers, bladder blockages or problems with urination, prostatic hypertrophy, convulsions or hyperthyroidism
- You have a skin allergy
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
It is recommended to inform physicians, surgeons and dentists about ongoing treatment with Chlorpheniramine prior to any procedure.
It is recommended to contact your doctor if the treatment is not effective within 5-7 days.
