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Chlorpheniramine maleate

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose.

Checked against the official label · Updated

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Chlorpheniramine maleate: quick answers

Used for
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat.
Usual adult dose
Adults and children 12 years and over 1 tablet.
Children
Children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 tablet (break tablet in half).
Prescription
Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.

From the official label (Jul 2026). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.

How to use Chlorpheniramine maleate

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

यह किसके लिए है

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat

How to take it and how often
  • Take every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor
  • Adults and children 12 years and over 1 tablet
  • Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours
  • Children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 tablet (break tablet in half)
  • Do not exceed 3 whole tablets in 24 hours
  • Children under 6 years do not use
While you are taking it

drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages excitability may occur, especially in children use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

Talk to a doctor first if

glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

Warnings

Do not use to make a child sleepy. Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages excitability may occur, especially in children use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. …

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

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

How to store it

Store at 25ºC (77ºF); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF) protect from excessive moisture use by expiration date on package 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 2026-07-08.

Brands around the world

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

Check your pack of Chlorpheniramine maleate

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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Questions about Chlorpheniramine maleate

What is Chlorpheniramine maleate used for?

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Chlorpheniramine maleate?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: take every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor adults and children 12 years and over 1 tablet. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 tablet (break tablet in half). Do not exceed 3 whole tablets in 24 hours. children under 6 years do not use…

Can I drive after taking Chlorpheniramine maleate?

When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages excitability may occur, especially in children use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness.

Can I take Chlorpheniramine maleate while breastfeeding?

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

Do I need a prescription for Chlorpheniramine maleate?

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

What brands contain Chlorpheniramine maleate?

Chlorpheniramine maleate 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.

Can children take Chlorpheniramine maleate?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Chlorpheniramine maleate when pregnant or breastfeeding?

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

Can I drink alcohol with Chlorpheniramine maleate?

The official label says: When using this product drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages excitability may occur, especially in children use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional…

How should I store Chlorpheniramine maleate?

store at 25ºC (77ºF); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF) protect from excessive moisture use by expiration date on package

How can I check that my Chlorpheniramine maleate 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.