Chlorphenamine maleate contain 4mg of the active ingredient. This antihistamine is a drowsy antihistamine medicine that is highly effective for symptoms of allergy. It can be used for:

• Hay Fever.

• Red, Itchy Eyes (conjunctivitis).

• Eczema.

• Hives (urticaria) caused by food allergies and chickenpox.

• Insect Bites and Stings.

As a legal requirement, we must determine the medicine we supply to you is appropriate for your personal use. When purchasing any medicinal product, you are agreeing to use the medicine as per the manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. You also agree to follow any important advice in the listing and answer any questions if contacted via phone by our pharmacy team.

You can take chlorphenamine with or without food.

Swallow chlorphenamine tablets with a drink of water, milk or juice.

The 4mg tablets can be broken in half for children and people taking lower doses.

Chlorphenamine liquid may be easier for children to take than tablets.

Each tablet contains : 4mg of Chlorphenamine maleate.

The other ingredients are:  lactose monohydrate, maize starch, magnesium stearate and the colours quinoline yellow (E104) and sunset yellow (E110).

– Drowsiness.

– Dizziness.

– Constipation.

– Stomach upset.

– Blurred vision.

– Dry mouth/nose/throat may occur.

If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

 To relieve dry mouth, suck (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.

If you are using a sustained-release product, an empty tablet shell may appear in your stool.

This is harmless. If your doctor has prescribed this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

 Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: mental/mood changes (such as restlessness, confusion), trouble urinating, fast/irregular heartbeat.

Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including:

– Seizure.

 A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

– Rash.

– Itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat).

– Severe dizziness.

– Trouble breathing.

 This is not a complete list of possible side effects.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Before taking chlorpheniramine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to dexchlorpheniramine; or if you have any other allergies.

This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.

Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema), glaucoma, heart problems, high blood pressure, liver disease, seizures, stomach/intestinal problems (such as ulcers, blockage), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), trouble urinating (such as due to enlarged prostate).

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or blur your vision.

Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy.

Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you can do it safely.

Limit alcoholic beverages.

Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

 To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

 Liquid products may contain aspartame, sugar and/or alcohol.

Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.

 Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, constipation, or trouble urinating.

Drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion can increase the risk of falling.

Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug.

This drug can often cause excitement in young children instead of drowsiness.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.

Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

Based on information from related drugs, this medication may pass into breast milk.

Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

This product will have a expiry of 12 months or over.

Please store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach and sight of children.