Chlorpheniramine
Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)
What it is used for
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes Clinical selection for Chlorpheniramine should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class). Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.
Warnings
Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Possible side effects
Drowsiness; psychomotor impairment; anti-muscarinic effects [e.g. urinary retention; dry mouth; GI disturbances; blurred vision]; allergic reactions; epileptic form seizure in patients with cerebral cortex focal lesion; muscle weakness; tachycardia; tight chest; paradoxical CNS stimulation - mostly in children.
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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