BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE

Drug Name: BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE DESCRIPTION:
ANTIHISTAMINES - INJECTION

COMMON BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE BRAND NAME(S):
Chlor-Trimeton, Codimal-A, Neucalm, Vistaril

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE SIDE EFFECTS:
May cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability and dry mouth and nose. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, heart pounding, irregular heartbeat, ringing in the ears, difficulty urinating. May cause dizziness especially when rising quickly from a seated or lying position. Change positions slowly and be careful on stairs. May cause drowsiness. Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE:
BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE: BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE is usually injected into a large muscle.

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE USES:
BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE provides relief of symptoms of allergic reactions such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing. It may also be used to treat motion sickness relief of anxiety or tension, or sleeplessness.

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE PRECAUTIONS:
Before using BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: asthma, glaucoma, ulcers, difficulty in urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, an overactive thyroid gland. Limit the use of alcohol or other sedating type medications to avoid excessive drowsiness. BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Because BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE appears in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Do not take for several days before allergy testing. Test results can be affected.

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you use, especially of: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression or seizures, narcotics (medication for pain), other medication for colds/hay fever/allergies. Do not take BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within the last two weeks. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose in children may include hyperactivity, fever, flushed face, slurred speech, loss of coordination, or seizures. Symptoms of overdose in adults may include slow breathing, slow heartbeat, drowsiness, or unconsciousness.

MISSED BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Do not freeze.