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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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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.

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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

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  • 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.

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Orilẹ Amẹrika (FDA)

RycontussPHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/5mL, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 2 mg/5mL, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 mg/5mL · Liquid · Dextrum Laboratories, Inc
NDC 65852-021Label
Alka-seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original Powerfast FizzASPIRIN 325 mg/1, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 2 mg/1, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE 7.8 mg/1 · Tablet, Effervescent · Bayer HealthCare LLC.
NDC 0280-0060Label
Allergy ReliefCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 4 mg/1 · Tablet · CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC
NDC 63868-333Label
Giltuss Childrens Allergy PlusPHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/5mL, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 2 mg/5mL, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 mg/5mL · Solution · Dextrum Laboratories Inc.
NDC 65852-018Label
Physicianscare Allergy Multi-symptom Relief Multi-symptom ReliefACETAMINOPHEN 325 mg/1, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 2 mg/1, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · Acme United Corporation
NDC 0924-0091Label

Nàìjíríà (NAFDAC)

NAFDACChlorpheniramine 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_ 04-0266NAFDACDr. Meyer’s Coflin Cough Linctus_ 04-0540NAFDACKold Go## (check strength format) A11-100439NAFDACFenclor Syrup Chlorpheniramine Maleate Syrup (2 mg/5 mL) A11-0710

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

Safety alerts and recalls

Chlorpheniramine Maleate 4 mg tablets, 24-count bottle, Manufactured For: Athlete's Needs, Novi, MI 48377, NDC 53185-277-24U.S. FDA Class II
21 Oct 2024 · BLI International, Inc. · TerminatedSuperpotent Drug: Stability failure for assay at 6 months test time-point.
Broncochem Cold & Tea (acetaminophen, phenylephrine, HCl, chlorpheniramine maleate), packaged in 13g sachets, 25 sachets per box, Made in the Dominican Republic Exclusively for GloU.S. FDA Class II
16 Feb 2024 · Global Corporation · OngoingStability testing failures for one or two of the four active pharmaceutical ingredients among the finished drug products, i.e., Phenylephrine HCL, and/or Chlorpheniramine Maleate.
Ibuprofen 200 mg Chlorpheniramine Maleate 4mg Phenylephrine 10 mg tablets. Advil Allergy & Congestion Relief 10 and 20 count blister tray in carton NDC 0573-0196-10, item # F00U.S. FDA Class II
16 Mar 2020 · Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare Holdings · TerminatedLabeling: Lacks Warning or Rx Legend- Certain lots does not include required safety warning information in the Drug Facts Panel.
GENCONTUSS (Chlorpheniramine Maleate, 2mg; Dextromethorphan HBr, 10 mg; Phenylephrine HCl, 5 mg) in each 5 mL tsp, Cherry Flavor, 16 fl oz (474 mL) bottle, Manufactured in the USA U.S. FDA Class II
21 Jun 2019 · Pharma-Natural Inc. · TerminatedCGMP Deviations: products were manufactured with lack of process validation, cleaning validation, stability studies, and other current good manufacturing practice violations.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Chlorpheniramine maleate

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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…

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.