Recent news on Chlorpheniramine

Stop & Shop restricts sale of medicine  -  May 17, 2007
Providence Journal (subscription),...also known as Depakote; dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant in over-the-counter medicines; and the antihistamine chlorpheniramine in her system.

Serotonin Syndrome  -  May 8, 2007
CounterPunch,..."In this case," Dr Jackson says, "the primary culprits were dextromethorphan and chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine which also boosts serotonin levels."

KIDS' COLD MEDS: WHAT'S ON THE LABEL?  -  Apr 24, 2007
Minneapolis Star Tribune (subscription),Chlorpheniramine, brompheniramine, carbinoxamine, diphenhydramine: Effective only against allergies, not head cold congestion.

Achoo! snuurf ... uuugh ... Ah, spring!  -  Apr 24, 2007
Dallas Morning News (subscription),...help with allergies – three antihistamines (loratadine, chlorpheniramine and diphenhydramine) and two decongestants (pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine).

Abbott Agrees With World Health Organization (WHO) Director ...  -  Apr 11, 2007
Drug Newswire (press release),Particular caution must be used when prescribing Kaletra and medicinal products known to induce QT interval prolongation such as chlorpheniramine,

Couple arraigned in poisoning death of daughter  -  Feb 6, 2007
Boston Globe,...office determined the child died from intoxication due to the combined effect of Clonidine, valproic acid, dextronmethorphan, and chlorpheniramine.

Parents charged in overdose death of 4-year-old  -  Feb 5, 2007
Boston Globe,Dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant in over-the-counter medicines, and the antihistamine, Chlorpheniramine, in Rebecca Riley's system.

Weymouth Couple Charged With Murder of Their Daughter  -  Feb 5, 2007
My Fox Boston,...cause of Rebecca's death was intoxication due to the combined effects of Clonidine, Valproic acid (Depakote), Dextromethorphan, and Chlorpheniramine.

Waging the Cold War Experts say what works, what doesn't  -  Feb 13, 2007
Belleville News-Democrat,Combination drugs: Dayquil; Nyquil; Theraflu -- all various ingredients including: acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, doxylamine,

Rating the cold-relief medicines  -  Feb 11, 2007
Knoxville News Sentinel (subscription),Antihistamines - Benadryl (diphenhydramine), Clistin (carbinoxamine), Tavist (clemastine), Chlor-Trimeton (chlorpheniramine), Dimetane (brompheniramine):

Rebecca’s Rx  -  Feb 7, 2007
Boston Herald,Over-the-counter pediatric cold medicine that contained acetaminophen,Dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant) and Chlorpheniramine (an antihistamine).

Psychiatrist Won't Practice Medicine After Girl's Death  -  Feb 7, 2007
Boston Channel.com,Valproic acid, also known as Depakote, Dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant, and Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, were also found in the girl's system,

Hull parents arrested in girl's poisoning death  -  Feb 5, 2007
Boston Globe,...effects" of the drugs clonidine, valproic acid (Depakote), dextromethorphan, and chlorpheniramine, the district attorney's office said in a statement.

Parents Charged In Death Of Daughter, 4  -  Feb 6, 2007
Boston Channel.com,...found amounts of several prescription drugs in the girl's body, including Clonidine, Valproic acid, Dextromethorphan, Seroquel and Chlorpheniramine.

Experts: Many cough remedies ineffective  -  Jan 4, 2007
Myrtle Beach Sun News,However, older antihistamines such as brompheniramine and chlorpheniramine have another effect. They affect a specific brain chemical in a way that reduces

Risa Bernstein, Agency Co-Founder, Returns to Flashpoint Medica  -  Jan 17, 2007
PharmaLive.com (press release),UCB for Tussionex (hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine) a cough/cold product; Integra Life Sciences for a spinal fusion product; Enzon for Abelcet,

The dangers of alternative health products  -  Dec 24, 2006
The Brunei Times,Allopurinol can cause rashes, blood disorders and kidney function disorders. Ingesting Chlorpheniramine lowers blood pressure, convulsions and blood

Grandma was right about cold remedies  -  Jan 16, 2007
Worcester Telegram,If all you have is a simple runny nose caused by a cold, your best bet may be an older antihistamine, such as chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton) or

BioProgress PLC announces US Product Launches  -  Jan 14, 2007
Genetic Engineering News (press release),...delivers a full dose of the same antihistamine coupled with a strong decongestant (Chlorpheniramine Maleate) and drying agent (Methscopolamine Nitrate).

The Dangers Of Alternative Health Products  -  Dec 24, 2006
Bru Direct,Piroxicam, Methampyrone, Sibutramine, Sildenafil Citrate, Theophylline, Dexamethasone, Allopurinol, Chlorpheniramine and Paracetamol.

The dangers of alternative health products  -  Dec 24, 2006
The Brunei Times,Allopurinol can cause rashes, blood disorders and kidney function disorders. Ingesting Chlorpheniramine lowers blood pressure, convulsions and blood

Research Summary: Cough Medicine  -  Dec 11, 2006
abc7news.com,...active ingredient in Benadryl, dexbrompheniramine -- an active ingredient in Drixoral, and chlorpheniramine -- the active ingredient in Chlortrimeton.

SAN FRANCISCO  -  Dec 6, 2006
San Francisco Chronicle,The Coricidin pills also contain chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine that can cause seizures when an overdose is taken. Anderson and her colleagues combed

Germ warfare: Don't let colds, flu get you down  Oct 28, 2006
An allergy medicine, combining a decongestant with an older antihistamine such as diphenhydramine or chlorpheniramine, may be the most helpful in curbing a ... -Bradenton Herald, Continuing Medical Education-II - Effects of antihistaminic drugs  Oct 24, 2006
Preparations 1 stgenerationsedative : Promethazine, Diphenhydramine, Dimenhydrinate. Less sedative: Chlorpheniramine, Pheniramine, Chlorcyclizine. ... -Newindpress (subscription), Actavis plant suspends manufacturing of new drugs  Sep 17, 2006
...numerous prescription medicines without approved applications, including buspirone HCI tablets, carbetapentane tannate and chlorpheniramine tannate tablets ... -In-PharmaTechnologist.com

Children to spread awareness of chikungunya  Sep 15, 2006
...doses of diclofenac sodium (50 mg twice daily) to control joint pain; paracetamol (500 mg four times daily) for the fever; chlorpheniramine maleate (4 mg twice ... -Hindu

Actavis Announces FDA Warning Letter following FDA Inspection  Sep 14, 2006
These include buspirone HCI tablets (5, 10, and 15 mg); carbetapentane tannate and chlorpheniramine tannate tablets (60 mg/5mg); guaifenesin and ... -PharmaLive.com

The big sneeze; Ragweed pollen making Central Texans suffer  Aug 30, 2006
Dr. Long recommends those who have symptoms start by trying over-the-counter medicines like Chlor-Trimeton®, or others containing chlorpheniramine. -Temple Daily Telegram

Teens get high on cough medicine  -  Dec 7, 2006
Record-Searchlight (subscription),...serious liver injury," Anderson said. The Coricidin pills also contain chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine that can cause seizures when an overdose is taken.

Public advised against use of `Baike Wan' drug  -  Nov 26, 2006
The Brunei Times,He said chlorpheniramine was a type of medicine used in the treatment of sinus, while piroxicam as a pain killer whereas frusemide could reduce blood

Research Summary: Cough Medicine  -  Dec 11, 2006
abc7news.com,...active ingredient in Benadryl, dexbrompheniramine -- an active ingredient in Drixoral, and chlorpheniramine -- the active ingredient in Chlortrimeton.

SAN FRANCISCO  -  Dec 6, 2006
San Francisco Chronicle,The Coricidin pills also contain chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine that can cause seizures when an overdose is taken. Anderson and her colleagues combed

Cough Meds - What Works  -  Nov 20, 2006
ABC7Chicago.com,...active ingredient in Benadryl, dexbrompheniramine -- an active ingredient in Drixoral, and chlorpheniramine -- the active ingredient in Chlortrimeton.

How to heal a cough  -  Nov 14, 2006
Independent,...is brompheniramine, but it's not unreasonable to try products that contain other older antihistamines, like diphenhydramine or chlorpheniramine.

The Cochrane Library: news alert, Issue 3 - 2006  Aug 20, 2006
Diphenhydramine, Hydroxyzine, Chlorpheniramine, Brompheniramine and Clemastine ), and the second generation non sedating antihistamines ( Terfenadine ... -Xagena.it

Coroner changes overdose ruling in Morgan Center death  Aug 9, 2006
But that's not unusual," Dee said. Shannon took the drug chlorpheniramine, an over-the-counter antihistamine, for sinus problems. ... -Longview Daily News

Natural Remedies for Allergies  Aug 11, 2006
These medications are like diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, fexofenadine, loratadine, cetirizine, terfenadine, clemastine and astemizole. ... -Fitcommerce

Treatments vary for allergic cat  Aug 11, 2006
In the antihistamine class, recommended OTC drugs are chlorpheniramine and clemastine (Tavist). Talk to your veterinarian for dosages. ... -DetNews.com

Honey is medicine, not just a sweet treat  Aug 10, 2006
Which over-the-counter product would you rather take for seasonal allergies: diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, pseudoephedrine or honey? That's right, honey. ... -Daily Press

Haddon Morgan Death No Longer an Overdose  Aug 9, 2006
Multiple experts consulted by Sandstrom told him that the level of chlorpheniramine in Shannon’s blood was not toxic enough to cause death, especially in ... -Kitsap Sun (Subscription)

Coroner Revises Cause of Death in Morgan Center Case  Aug 8, 2006
The Coroner's Office initially ruled that her death was caused by acute drug intoxication due to chlorpheniramine, an over-the-counter antihistamine. ... -Kitsap Sun (Subscription)

Anti-histamines Cannot Be Recommended As A General Therapy For Non ...  22 Jul 2006
...diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine, chlorpheniramine, brompheniramine and clemastine), and the second generation non sedating antihistamines (terfenadine, astemizole ... -Medical News Today

Foreign Product Alert - Baike Wan  Jul 19, 2006
...not to use Baike Wan because it was found to contain the prescription drugs piroxicam and frusemide, and the over-the-counter drug chlorpheniramine, which have ... -Government of Canada Newsroom

Teens Ask Us: Is it safe to take CCC's?  Jun 26, 2006
Users taking large amounts of Triple C run additional health risks because CCC also contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, an antihistamine that can be lethal in ... -Grand Forks Herald

Driving & Medication Becoming A Dangerous Combo  Jun 26, 2006
The active ingredients in many over-the-counter allergy medications are antihistamines like Diphenhydramine and Chlorpheniramine Maleate, the same ingredients ... -WCBS-TV New York



Cough Meds -- What Works  May 11, 2006
...drugs include diphenhydramine -- the active ingredient in Benadryl, dexbrompheniramine -- an active ingredient in Drixoral, and chlorpheniramine -- the active ... - WFtv.com

Allergies getting you down?  May 10, 2006
...to treat your allergic symptoms is an antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (the main ingredient in Benadryl) chlorpheniramine, brompheniramine, pheniramine ... - Common Ground.ca

Coroner Refutes Critical Death Report  May 4, 2006
...the initial autopsy showed no evident cause of death, but a subsequent blood test by state toxicologists "showed a high level of chlorpheniramine, an over-the ... - Kitsap Sun (Subscription)

Tlokweng Bricklayer Ill After Treatment  Apr 21, 2006
Masege alleged. Masege said he was given Cotrimoxazone in addition to TB treatment of Chlorpheniramine and Prednisolone. He complained ... - AllAfrica.com

Washington taking coroner to court  May 5, 2006
..."I'm not familiar with our office having done one before.". Shannon was prescribed the drug chlorpheniramine to control sinus problems. ... - Seattle Post Intelligencer

Navy Exchange Monitors Cough Medicine Sales  May 4, 2006
Large dosages of chlorpheniramine can increase heart rate, cause lack of coordination, seizures and coma. Large dosages of guaifenesin can cause vomiting. ... - Navy News Stand

Springtime allergies: Solutions for a problem in full bloom  May 5, 2006
...allergic reaction. Over-the-counter oral antihistamines include diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton). Newer ... - MayoClinic.com

Report: Doctor Botched Death Review  Apr 28, 2006
Kristina Shannon had been given the over-the-counter antihistamine Chlor-Trimeton, containing chlorpheniramine, for three years for sinus problems. ... - Kitsap Sun (Subscription)

Cold medicines too often don't work  Apr 30, 2006
These effective allergy meds include ones that contain diphenhydramine brompheniramine, and chlorpheniramine. The pain reliever naproxen does, too. ... - News 14 Carolina

Harvard report states many cough medications ineffective  Apr 26, 2006
Choose one that combines an older antihistamine (like brompheniramine, diphenhydramine or chlorpheniramine) with a decongestant. ... - Reliable Plant Magazine

Review says woman's death at state home not an overdose  Apr 26, 2006
The consultants pointed out recorded cases of people who did not die despite having much higher levels of the drug, chlorpheniramine, than the county found in ... - kgw.com (subscription)





Hong Kong woman jailed for two years for date-rape sex attack  Apr 8, 2006
The pair used chlorpheniramine, an antihisthamine that causes drowsiness, and zopiclone, an insomnia treatment notorious for its use in date rapes, to spike ... - Monsters and Critics.com

Probable Cause #2: Rusty Skills  Mar 19, 2006
...tests determined the pilot had been taking an over-the-counter cough suppressant/antihistamine/decongestant that contained chlorpheniramine, among other active ... - AVweb

Female hormone controversy confuses  Mar 8, 2006
Antihistamines like diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or chlorpheniramine (Alka-Seltzer Plus Flu tablets) normally make people drowsy. ... - Daily Press

Spurious drugs banned  Mar 1, 2006
...feasible for human use include, Phenyton Sodium tab batch no QC-034 manufactured by M/s Kare Lab Pvt Ltd Goa expiray date 12/2007, Chlorpheniramine Maleate tab ... - GreaterKashmir.com,

HUGIN NEWS/UCB Receives EMEA Positive Opinion and FDA Approvable ...  Feb 2, 2006
UCB key products are Keppra® (levetiracetam), Zyrtec®* (cetirizine HCl), Tussionex® CIII (hydrocodone polistirex/chlorpheniramine polistirex), and Equasym(TM ... - FinanzNachrichten.de,

Coping with coughing  Feb 15, 2006
Those older histamines include diphenhydramine, the active ingredient in Benadryl, and chlorpheniramine maleate, the active ingredient in Chlor-Trimeton. ... - South Bend Tribune,

Epilepsy - UCB Receives EMEA Positive Opinion And FDA Approvable ...  Feb 5, 2006
UCB key products are Keppra® (levetiracetam), Zyrtec®* (cetirizine HCl), Tussionex® CIII (hydrocodone polistirex/chlorpheniramine polistirex), and Equasym(TM ... - Medical News Today

Sniffing? Sneezing? Think twice before medicating  Feb 3, 2006
...with a cough needs, according to Dr. Richard D. Irwin, is a first-generation antihistamine such as diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine and brompheniramine with a ... - Lowell Sun

New Cough Medicine Guidelines  Jan 29, 2006
For coughs tied to the common cold, consider older types of antihistamines -- such as diphenhydramine (found in Benadryl), chlorpheniramine (found in Chlor ... - Charlotte Observer

No evidence cough syrups work, panel says  Jan 25, 2006
...telephone interview. The older-generation antihistamines that work against cough include chlorpheniramine, he said. Newer, brand ... - Daily Nation (subscription)

Need help surfing cold and flu medicines?  Feb 1, 2006
Cold and allergy remedies generally include antihistamines (such as chlorpheniramine, brompheniramine or diphenhydramine) to reduce the drips and the sneezes ... - South Bend Tribune

No evidence cough syrups work  Jan 9, 2006
...children, he said. The older-generation antihistamines that work against cough include chlorpheniramine, he said. Newer, brand-name ... - Australian

Doctors critical of cough syrups  Jan 10, 2006
...antihistamine with a decongestant. Antihistamines that work against cough include chlorpheniramine and diphenhydramine. "There is no ... - Seattle Times

Spoonful of cold reality  Jan 10, 2006
They include the diphenhydramine in Benadryl, the brompheniramine in Dimetapp, the chlorpheniramine in Chlor-Trimeton, and many other products by the same over ... - Chicago Tribune

Some Cough Medicines May Hurt, Not Help  Jan 14, 2006
...to children. The older-generation antihistamines that work against cough include chlorpheniramine, Dicpinigaitis said. Newer, brand ... - Los Angeles Times

In The News: Next Time, Try Soup  Jan 14, 2006
Or try the older-generation antihistamine chlorpheniramine combined with the decongestant pseudoephedrine; they treat the runny nose and nasal congestion that ... - Newsweek

Panel Sees Over-the-Counter Cough Medicines as Useless  Jan 11, 2006
According to the new guidelines, older-generation OTC decongestants and antihistamines such as chlorpheniramine will work best for adults, because they stop ... - Newsinferno.com

Children Remain Highly Vulnerable to Potentially Deadly Medication ...  Jan 13, 2006
The drugs detected were ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, dextromethorphan, diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, brompheniramine, ethanol, carbinoxamine, levorphanol ... - Newsinferno.com

New guidelines say which drugs really kill a cough  Jan 19, 2006
Newer, not better. Brompheniramine, chlorpheniramine, and diphenhydramine are acceptable antihistamines for ordinary coughs. Newer ... - U.S. News & World Report

Updated Guidelines For Treating Coughs  Jan 24, 2006
...naproxen (sold under several brand names, including Aleve) or older antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine (found in Benadryl), chlorpheniramine (found in ... - Hartford Courant

Non-prescription cough medicine won't help that cough  Jan 9, 2006
Dicpinigaitis advises the use of the older-generation antihistamines that work against coughs which include chlorpheniramine, newer, brand-name antihistamines ... - News-Medical.net

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