Hal Chlor Oral
Generic Name: CHLORPHENIRAMINE - ORAL
Pronounced: (klor-fen-EER-a-meen)
Hal Chlor Oral Uses
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of
allergy, hay fever, and the common cold. These symptoms include
rash, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat/skin, cough, runny nose,
and sneezing.
This medication works by blocking a certain natural substance
(histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. By
blocking another natural substance made by your body
(acetylcholine), it helps dry up some body fluids to relieve
symptoms such as watery eyes and runny nose.
How To Use Hal Chlor Oral
If you are taking the over-the-counter product, read all
directions on the product package before taking this medication. If
you have any questions, consult your pharmacist. If your doctor has
prescribed this medication, take it as directed.
Take the tablet, capsule, or liquid form by mouth with or
without food. Follow the directions for dosing on the label, or
take as directed by your doctor. This medication may be taken with
food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
If you are using sustained-release tablets or capsules, swallow
the medication whole. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets or
capsules. Doing so can destroy the long action of the drug and may
increase side effects.
If you are using the liquid form, use a medication measuring
device to carefully measure the prescribed dose. Do not use a
household spoon. If your liquid form is a suspension, shake the
bottle well before each dose.
Your dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and
response to therapy. Do not increase your dose or take this
medication more often than recommended by your doctor or the
package instructions without your doctor's approval. Take this
medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To
help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day.
If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may
have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical
attention.
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