Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet (Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet) is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet is used to treat sneezing; runny nose; itching, watery eyes; hives; rashes; itching; and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet indications
An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.
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Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis
Vasomotor rhinitis
Allergic conjunctivitis due to inhalant allergens and foods
Mild, uncomplicated allergic skin manifestations of urticaria and angioedema
Amelioration of allergic reactions to blood or plasma
Dermographism
As therapy for anaphylactic reactions adjunctive to epinephrine and other standard measures after the acute manifestations have been controlled.
How should I use Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet?
Use Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet controlled-release tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet controlled-release tablets may be taken with or without food.
Swallow Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet controlled-release tablets whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
If you miss a dose of Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet controlled-release tablets, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet controlled-release tablets.
Uses of Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet in details
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.
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Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet is used to relieve symptoms of sinus congestion, running nose, watery eyes, itching of the nose and throat, and sneezing due to upper respiratory infections (eg. colds), allergies due to food and insect bites and hay fever.
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet description
A histamine H1 antagonist used in allergic reactions, hay fever, rhinitis, urticaria, and asthma. It has also been used in veterinary applications. One of the most widely used of the classical antihistaminics, it generally causes less drowsiness and sedation than promethazine.
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet dosage
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 2 mg/5 mL; 4 mg; 6 mg; 2 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Rhinitis
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Rhinitis
Additional dosage information:
Renal Dose Adjustments
Liver Dose Adjustments
Dose Adjustments
Precautions
Dialysis
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Reaction
Initial dose: 2 mg (1 teaspoonful) orally every 4 to 6 hours, or 4 to 6 mg of the timed-release preparation at bedtime or every 8 to 10 hours
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
Initial dose: 2 mg (1 teaspoonful) orally every 4 to 6 hours, or 4 to 6 mg of the timed-release preparation at bedtime or every 8 to 10 hours
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Reaction
2 years to 5 years: 0.5 mg (1/4 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours for children 2 to 5 years old (do not use timed release)
6 years to 11 years: 1 mg (1/2 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours, or 4 mg of the timed-release preparation at bedtime
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
2 years to 5 years: 0.5 mg (1/4 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours for children 2 to 5 years old (do not use timed release)
6 years to 11 years: 1 mg (1/2 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours, or 4 mg of the timed-release preparation at bedtime
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Dose Adjustments
Dosage should be individualized according to the needs and the response of the patient.
Precautions
Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet is contraindicated in newborns or premature infants and in nursing mothers.
As in adults, antihistamines may diminish mental alertness in children, in the young children particularly, they may produce excitation.
Because antihistamines may have potent anticholinergic properties, Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet meets Beers criteria as a medications that is potentially inappropriate for use in older adults.
Dialysis
Data not available
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
MAOI may prolong & enhance antihistamine effects which can lead to severe hypotension. W/ alcohol, TCAs, barbiturate or other antidepressants may enhance sedative effect of Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet maleate.
Applies to Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet: controlled-release tablets, syrup
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth, nose, or throat; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet (the active ingredient contained in Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet)
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; tremor; trouble sleeping; vision changes.
This drug should not be used in newborn or premature infants.
Use in Nursing Mothers:
Because of the higher risk of antihistamines for infants generally and for newborns and prematures in particular, antihistamine therapy is contraindicated in nursing mothers.
Use in Lower Respiratory Disease:
Antihistamines should NOT be used to treat lower respiratory tract symptoms including asthma.
Antihistamines are also contraindicated in the following conditions:
Hypersensitivity to Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet maleate or other antihistamines of similar chemical structure
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor therapy
Active ingredient matches for Clorfeniramina Caillon & Hamonet:
Dexchloramine 2 mg x 100 x 10's (CCM Pharmaceuticals)
Dexchloramine 2 mg/5 mL x 90 mL (CCM Pharmaceuticals)
Dexchloramine 2 mg x 1000's (CCM Pharmaceuticals)
Dexchloramine syr 2 mg/5 mL 90 mL x 1's (CCM Pharmaceuticals)
Dexchloramine tab 2 mg 100 x 10's (CCM Pharmaceuticals)
Dexchlorpheniramine (Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Nicaragua, Panama, Philippines, South Africa, Tunisia, Venezuela)
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