Hisnul 2 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 21.85
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Chlorpheniramine maleate |
| Company | Somatec pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
- Hisnul Antihistamine Syrup
Categories
- Medicine
- Antihistamine
- Allergy Relief
Description
- Hisnul syrup is a potent antihistamine used for the relief of allergic reactions such as urticaria, sensitivity reactions, angioneurotic edema, vasomotor rhinitis, cough, common cold, and motion sickness.
Indications
- Urticaria
- Sensitivity reactions
- Angioneurotic edema
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Cough
- Common cold
- Motion sickness
- Other allergic conditions
Pharmacology
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate is a potent histamine H1-receptor blocking agent
- Exerts its effects by competitively blocking H1-receptor
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dose: 4 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 24 mg daily
- Child dose: 6-12 years: 2 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 12 mg daily
- 2-5 years: 1 mg every 4-6 hours, maximum 6 mg daily
- 1-2 years: 1 mg twice daily
- Not recommended for infants below 1 year
Interaction
- Incompatible with calcium chloride, kanamycin sulfate, noradrenaline acid tartrate, pentobarbital sodium, and meglumine adipiodone
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to chlorpheniramine
- Newborn or premature infants
Side Effects
- Well-tolerated
- May cause drowsiness, dizziness, muscular weakness, and gastrointestinal upset
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use in lactating mothers and during the first trimester of pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with glaucoma and prostatic hypertrophy
- Caution in driving vehicles and operating machinery
Overdose Effects
- CNS depression, CNS stimulation, tinnitus, blurred vision, dizziness, hypotension
- More likely in children: Stimulation and atropine-like signs and symptoms
Therapeutic Class
- Sedating Anti-histamine
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place below 25°C, protected from light
- Keep out of the reach of children