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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.

Sold without prescription in some countries

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.

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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…

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.

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.