Chlor-Trimeton (Chlorpheniramine Maleate) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 26, 2012

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Chlor-Trimeton Patient Information including How Should I Take

Who should not take chlorpheniramine?

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to chlorpheniramine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist about using chlorpheniramine if you have:

glaucoma;
a stomach ulcer;
severe constipation;
kidney disease;
urination problems or an enlarged prostate; or
a thyroid disorder.

FDA pregnancy category B. Chlorpheniramine is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Chlorpheniramine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from this medication.

How should I take chlorpheniramine?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take this medication with a full glass of water.

Take chlorpheniramine with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.

Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow the pill whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.

Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

This medication can cause you to have unusual results with allergy skin tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are taking an antihistamine.

Store chlorpheniramine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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