CHLORPHENIRAMINE
(Chlor-Tripolon)Standard Prescription
chlorpheniramine __mg PO Q H (__mg/kg/24 hr)
Dosages
Children 6-11 years:
2 mg PO Q4-6H (max: 12 mg/24 hr)
2 mg PO Q4-6H (max: 12 mg/24 hr)
Children ≥12 years:
4 mg PO Q4-6H (max: 24 mg/24 hr)Mechanism of Action
First generation antihistamine, potent inverse agonist of the histamine H1 receptor
Forms Supplied
tablet: 4 mg
Comments
Health Canada does not recommend use in children under 6 years old.
May cause excitation in young children.
May cause excitation in young children.
Use with caution in asthma.
May cause dose-related CNS and anticholinergic effects (sedation, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, and disturbed coordination).
References
44, 133, 500
Last Edited
2022-06-16 00:54:40