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CLEMASTINE
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SECOND GENERATION ANTIHISTAMINES
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Allergic dermatosis, rhinitis.
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See Chlorpheniramine Maleate.
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Adult: 1-2 tablets once or twice daily, maximum dose 6mg daily .
Pediatric:1-3yrs- 0.25-0.5mg twice daily, 3-6 yrs- 0.5mg twice daily , 6-12yrs 0.5-1mg twice daily. See BDS supply protocols pg. 8. |
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Use in the latter part of the third trimester may cause adverse effects in neonates such as irritability, paradoxical excitability, and tremor.
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Most antihistamines are present in breast milk in varying amounts; although not known to be harmful, most manufacturers advise avoiding their use in mothers who are breast-feeding.
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