Drug reference
brompheniramine
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Drug class
Respiratory (Anti Histamine)
Mechanism of action
Chlorpheniramine competes with histamine for the histamine H1 receptor, reversible competitive inhibitor.
Common side effects
- Sedation
- Drowsiness
- Upset Stomach
Contraindications
- Newborn infants, premature infants Nursing mothers Severe hypertension, severe coronary artery disease, severe ischemic heart disease Within 14 days of taking monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors Narrow-angle glaucoma Urinary retention Peptic ulcer During asthma attack Treatme…
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is brompheniramine?
brompheniramine belongs to: Respiratory.
How does brompheniramine work?
Chlorpheniramine competes with histamine for the histamine H1 receptor, reversible competitive inhibitor.
What are the common side effects of brompheniramine?
Sedation, Drowsiness, Upset Stomach
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