Hyunseu Chlorpheniramine Maleate Injection Solution

Adult dosage

Oral: Administer as chlorpheniramine maleate at a dose of 2-6 mg twice to four times a day. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 24 mg. Injection: Administer as chlorpheniramine maleate at a dose of 5-10 mg once or twice daily by subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intravenous injection.

This medication is in injectable form, and care must be taken when cutting glass ampoules to avoid glass fragments entering. Extra caution is required, especially when used in children or the elderly. The benzyl alcohol in this medication can cause severe respiratory issues in premature infants, so it should not be administered to premature or neonate infants. This medication should not be administered to patients with allergies to this drug or similar components, glaucoma patients, patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, or patients taking MAO inhibitors. Patients with increased intraocular pressure, hyperthyroidism, peptic ulcers, cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, bronchial diseases, or liver diseases should use this medication cautiously. During administration, conditions such as shock, convulsions, blood abnormalities, skin rashes, neurological disturbances, gastrointestinal problems, urination difficulties, heart side effects, and respiratory symptoms may occur, so the condition should be monitored closely. This medication may cause drowsiness, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Caution should be exercised as taking it with alcohol or central nervous system depressants may increase drowsiness. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should cautiously use this medication only when necessary, as its safety has not been established. In cases of overdose in children, hallucinations, agitation, convulsions, and, in severe cases, death may occur, so special attention is required. The elderly may have decreased bodily functions, so administration should be done while monitoring their condition closely. In cases of overdose, serious side effects on the central nervous system and heart may occur, requiring immediate medical attention.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• cyanosis
• dyspnea
• chest discomfort
• hypotension
• seizures
• confusion
• aplastic anemia
• agranulocytosis
• hypersensitivity

Mild side effects

• Rash
• photosensitivity
• exfoliative dermatitis
• spasms
• muscle weakness
• inability to cooperate
• sedation
• drowsiness
• nervousness
• headache

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a sealed container that does not allow light in. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature.

Appearance

Brown ampoule injection containing a colorless liquid

Package unit

2mL x 50 ampoules