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Clemastine fumarate belongs to the benzhydryl ether group of antihistaminic compounds. The chemical name is (+)-2-[-2- [(p-chloro- α-methyl-α-phenylbenzyl) oxy] ethyl]-1-methylpyrrolidine hydrogen fumarate. It has the following structural formula:

Each tablet for oral administration contains 2.68mg clemastine fumarate. Inactive ingredients include lactose (monohydrate), hydroxypropyl methyl-cellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, and starch (corn).

Last reviewed on RxList: 8/11/2008
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