Chlorphenoxamine Hydrochloride
Chlorphenoxamine Hydrochloride is an antihistamine medication with anticholinergic properties used to treat allergic conditions. It works by blocking histamine receptors and has been employed in the management of allergic rhinitis, pruritus, and other hypersensitivity reactions.
An antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and nasal congestion.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 235422
- Generic
- Chlorphenoxamine Hydrochloride
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, urticaria (hives), pruritus (itching), and other allergic skin conditions. May also be used for motion sickness in some regions.
Blocks H1 histamine receptors and exhibits anticholinergic activity, reducing allergic responses and decreasing secretions in the respiratory tract.
May cause drowsiness; avoid operating machinery or driving until known. Use with caution in patients with glaucoma, urinary retention, or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Alcohol and other CNS depressants may enhance sedation. Consult healthcare provider before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Official drug label
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