Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml

Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Trade Name Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml
Generic Chlorpheniramine Maleate
Weight 2 mg/5 ml
Type Syrup
Therapeutic Class Sedating Anti-histamine
Manufacturer Jayson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Available Country Bangladesh
Last Updated: October 19, 2023 at 6:27 am
Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml
Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml

Uses

Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml is indicated in the following indications- Urticaria Sensitivity reactions Angioneurotic edema Vasomotor rhinitis Cough Common cold Motion sickness and Other allergic conditions.

Dosage

Histacin Syrup 2 mg/5 ml dosage

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 Syrup 2 mg/5 ml is not recommended.

Side Effects

Chlorpheniramine is well-tolerated, but sometimes drowsiness, dizziness, muscular weakness, and gastrointestinal upset may occur.

Precaution

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.

Interaction

Chlorphenamine maleate has been reported to be incompatible with calcium chloride, kanamycin sulfate, noradrenaline acid tartrate, pentobarbital sodium, and meglumine adipiodone.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

This drug should not be used in lactating mother and in pregnancy especially during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Contraindication

Chlorpheniramine is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to this agent, in newborn or premature infants.

Acute Overdose

CNS depression (including sedation, apnea, CV collapse), CNS stimulation (including insomnia, hallucination, tremors, convulsions), tinnitus, blurred vision, dizziness, ataxia, hypotension. Stimulation and atropine-like signs and symptoms (including dry mouth, fixed dilated pupils, flushing, hyperthermia, Gl symptoms) are more likely in children.

Storage Condition

Store in a cool (Below 25°C temperature) and dry place protected from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

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