Ingredient

Chlorpheniramine Maleate

Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine that helps relieve allergy symptoms and eye itching.

All medicines
2
Combination
2
OTC medication
2

MFDS ingredient code M251655

What does it do?

Chlorpheniramine maleate is a first-generation antihistamine used to suppress allergic reactions. It is mainly included in cold medications or eye drops to alleviate symptoms of allergic rhinitis or conjunctivitis.

This ingredient works by blocking histamine receptors, reducing symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and eye itching caused by allergic reactions. It alleviates inflammation and itching by preventing histamine from acting.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Chlorpheniramine maleate is a first-generation antihistamine characterized by its potential to cause drowsiness. It acts faster than other antihistamines but can affect the central nervous system, so caution is needed.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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