Histacin10 mg/ml
Injection
Medicine overview
Indications of Histacin 10 mg/ml
Theropeutic Class
Pharmacology
Chlorpheniramine is an alkylamine antihistamine.
Chlorpheniramine is not so prone to produce drowsiness, readily absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract, metabolised in the liver and excreted usually mainly as metabolised in the urine.
Chlorpheniramine is not so prone to produce drowsiness, readily absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract, metabolised in the liver and excreted usually mainly as metabolised in the urine.
Chlorpheniramine is not so prone to produce drowsiness, readily absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract, metabolised in the liver and excreted usually mainly as metabolised in the urine.
Dosage & Administration of Histacin 10 mg/ml
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | 4 mg 3-4 times daily | |
| Children | Up to 1( one) year: 1 mg twice daily 1-5 years: 1 mg 3-4 times daily 6-12 years: 2 mg 3-4 times daily or as directed by the physician |
Dosage of Histacin 10 mg/ml
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult- Usual adult dose is 4 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 24 mg daily | ||
| Child- 6-12 years | 2 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 12 mg daily | 2-5 years: 1 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 6 mg daily. 1-2 years: 1 mg twice daily. Below 1 year the use of Histacin 10 mg/ml is not recommended |
Interaction of Histacin 10 mg/ml
Contraindications
Side Effects of Histacin 10 mg/ml
Pregnancy & Lactation
Precautions & Warnings
Overdose Effects of Histacin 10 mg/ml
Storage Conditions
Drug Classes
Mode Of Action
Pregnancy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Histacin 10 mg/ml used for?
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is indicated in the following indications- Urticaria Sensitivity reactions Angioneurotic edema Vasomotor rhinitis Cough Common cold Motion sickness and Other allergic conditions.
What is the dosage of Histacin 10 mg/ml?
Adult- Usual adult dose is 4 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 24 mg daily. Child- 6-12 years: 2 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 12 mg daily. 2-5 years: 1 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 6 mg daily. 1-2 years: 1 mg twice daily. Below 1 year the use of Chlorpheniramine Maleate is not recommended.
What are the side effects of Histacin 10 mg/ml?
Chlorpheniramine is well-tolerated, but sometimes drowsiness, dizziness, muscular weakness, and gastrointestinal upset may occur.
Who should not take Histacin 10 mg/ml?
Chlorpheniramine is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to this agent, in newborn or premature infants.
What precautions should be taken with Histacin 10 mg/ml?
Chlorpheniramine should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma and prostatic hypertrophy. During therapy with chlorpheniramine, caution should be taken in driving vehicles and operating machinery.
Is Histacin 10 mg/ml safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category B. Either animal-reproduction studies have not demonstrated a foetal risk but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women or animal-reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect (other than a decrease in fertility) that was not confirmed in controlled studies in women in the 1st trimester (and there is no evidence of a risk in later trimesters).
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