Purpose of Chlor-Trimeton
Chlor-trimeton is an over-the-counter medication used to treat symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. Symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies include:
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, watery eyes
- itching of nose or throat.
Chlor-Trimeton Active Ingredients
Chlorpheniramine maleate 12 mg per tablet
Chlor-Trimeton Inactive Ingredients
Acacia, calcium phosphate tribasic, calcium sulfate, carnauba wax, corn starch, FD&C yellow No. 6, FD&C yellow No. 6 aluminum lake, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, neutral soap, oleic acid, pharmaceutical ink, povidone, rosin, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, white wax, zein
Chlor-Trimeton 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 breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Chlor-Trimeton Directions
For adults and children 12 years and over, take 1 tablet every 12 hours. Do not exceed 2 tablets in 24 hours.
Chlor-Trimeton Pediatric Use
For children under 12 years of age, ask a doctor before using Chlor-trimeton.
Other Information About Chlor-Trimeton
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F).
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