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Chlorpheniramine

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation min.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries

Chlorpheniramine: quick answers

Used for
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation minor sore throat pain temporarily reduces fever Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cou…
Usual adult dose
Adults and children 12 years of age and over one packet.
Children
Children under 12 years of age.
Prescription
Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.

From the official label (Nov 2025). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.

How to use Chlorpheniramine

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation minor sore throat pain temporarily reduces fever Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation minor sore throat pain runny nose temporarily reduces fever

How to take it and how often
  • Do not use more than directed take every 6 hours, while symptoms persist
  • Do not take more than 3 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
  • Age Dose
  • Adults and children 12 years of age and over one packet
  • Children under 12 years of age do not use dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot
  • Consume the entire drink within 10-15 minutes. if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating
  • Do not overheat
  • Do not use more than directed take every 6 hours, while symptoms persist
  • Do not take more than 3 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
  • Age Dose
  • Adults and children 12 years of age and over one packet
  • Children under 12 years of age do not use dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot
  • Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes. if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating
  • Do not overheat
While you are taking it
  • Do not exceed recommended dosage
  • When using this product avoid alcoholic drinks marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children
Talk to a doctor first if
  • Liver disease a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
  • Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
Warnings

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting consult a doctor promptly. …

Possible side effects

Pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. Stop use and ask a doctor if pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-11-11.

Brands around the world

Products with Chlorpheniramine as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Chlorpheniramine MaleateCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 1 kg/kg · Concentrate · Professional Compounding Centers of America
NDC 51927-0230Label
Chlorpheniramine MaleateCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 1 kg/kg · Powder · GREEN WAVES PRIVATE LIMITED
NDC 66620-600Label
Cough And Cold HbpCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 4 mg/1, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 30 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · Amerisource Bergen
NDC 46122-705Label
Chlorpheniramine MaleateCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 4 mg/1 · Tablet · PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC 55289-560Label
Alka Seltzer Cold Cold Flu Severe Fast DissolveACETAMINOPHEN 250 mg/1, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 mg/1, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 2 mg/1 · Tablet, Effervescent · Bayer HealthCare LLC.
NDC 0280-8280Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACChlorpheniramine Tablet 04-0071NAFDACChlorpheniramine Tablets C4-1890NAFDACChlorpheniramine Cold Caplet 4 mg_ A11-100916NAFDACChlorpheniramine Maleate & Phenylephrine Capsules C4-1427NAFDACAlkold Plus_ B4-2113NAFDACKold Go Extra A11-100433NAFDACKescold Capsule 00-0000NAFDACIfexcol Capsules B4-1170NAFDACKlinkof Adult Syrup C4-1856NAFDACEmzolyn 4 Way Syrup_ 04-0266NAFDACZH Chlorpheniramine Tablets A4-100129NAFDACEmzor Chlorpheniramine Syrup A11-0479

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Chlorpheniramine

What is Chlorpheniramine used for?

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation minor sore throat pain temporarily reduces fever Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a common cold or flu: headache minor aches and pains cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation minor sore throat pain runny nose temporarily reduces fever (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Chlorpheniramine?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: do not use more than directed take every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Do not take more than 3 packets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor. Age Dose adults and children 12 years of age and over one packet children under 12 years of age do not use dissolve contents of one packet into 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot. Consume the entire drink within 10-15 minutes. if using a…

Can I drive after taking Chlorpheniramine?

When using this product avoid alcoholic drinks marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children in a child un…

How long can I take Chlorpheniramine for?

Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting consult a doctor promptly.

Do I need a prescription for Chlorpheniramine?

In many countries Chlorpheniramine is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Chlorpheniramine?

Chlorpheniramine is sold under names such as Zodryl Dac, Zodryl Ac, Chlor-trimeton, Tuxarin, Aller-chlor, Ventuss, Clorrelief, Tannic-12 S. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Chlorpheniramine?

The official label lists: pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. Stop use and ask a doctor if pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness… Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Chlorpheniramine?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12 years of age and over one packet children under 12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Chlorpheniramine when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

Can I drink alcohol with Chlorpheniramine?

The official label says: Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions.

How can I check that my Chlorpheniramine is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.