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Allergy

Dosage form
TABLET, COATED
Labeler
Marc Glassman, Inc.
Label updated
2016-12-27
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE
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Active ingredient

Chlorpheniramine Maleate 4 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

■ sneezing

■ runny nose

■ itchy watery eyes

■ itching of the nose or throat

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have

■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis

■ glaucoma or

■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you

are taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

■ marked drowsiness may occur

■ avoid alcoholic beverages

■ alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

■ be careful when drivinga motor vehicle or operating machinery 

■ excitability may occur especially in children

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

■ take every 4 to 6 hours

■ do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours

■ Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 tablet

■ Children 6 to under 12 years: 1/2 tablet

■ Children under 6 years: consult a doctor

Other information

 ■ Store at room temperature in a dry place

Inactive ingredients

D&C Yellow #10 lake, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid. May contain starch.

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NDC: 68998-277