What is Chlortan?
Chlortan, an antihistamine, reduces the effects that histamine has on the body. Histamine-triggered symptoms may include sneezing and itching. It may also cause watery eyes and a runny or watery nose. Chlortan can be used to treat symptoms such as a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and itching caused by allergies, flu, or the common cold. Chlortan can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Chlortan
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, and a swollen throat.
Chlortan can cause serious side effects. Chlortan should be stopped immediately, and you should consult your doctor if:
- Fast or irregular heart rate
- Mood changes
- Tremor, seizure (convulsions);
- Easy bruising, bleeding, or unusual weakness
- Feeling short of breath
- Little or no urinating.
Chlortan can cause the following side effects:
- Dizziness, drowsiness;
- Dry mouth, nose, or throat
- Constipation;
- Blurred vision
- Feeling nervous or restless?
There may be other side effects. Call your physician immediately if experiencing side effects; to report adverse events contact 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Never give cough and cold medications to very young children without consulting a doctor. Chlortan should not be used if your condition is narrow-angle eye disease, an enlarged prostrate, or you cannot urinate.
Before you take this drug
Chlortan should not be used if:
- Narrow-angle glaucoma;
- A blockage of the intestines or stomach;
- An enlarged prostate
- If you're unable to urinate,
- If you have an asthma attack, call 911.
If you suffer from:
- A blockage of the digestive tract (stomach, intestines), also known as a colostomy
- Liver or kidney disease
- Emphysema, or chronic lung disease.
- High blood pressure, heart disease, or coronary artery disease.
- Epilepsy or another seizure disorder
- Urination problems
- Pheochromocytoma
- Overactive thyroid.
Chlortan should not harm an unborn child. If you are pregnant, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. Chlorpheniramine can pass into breastmilk and harm a nursing infant. Antihistamines can also reduce breast milk production. Do not use this medication without consulting your doctor if you're breastfeeding a child. Phenylalanine can be found in artificially sweetened cold medicines; read your label to make sure if any contain phenylalanine. If you suffer from phenylketonuria, check with your healthcare provider on whether any medication contains this ingredient to find out whether they contain it.
How to take Chlortan?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use only the recommended dose. Do not exceed it. Chlortan should be taken for only a few days until symptoms are gone. Take the medication for no more than seven days. Speak to your doctor if symptoms don't improve after seven days or you experience a fever and headache with a skin rash. No longer chew or crush the extended-release tablets. It is best to swallow it whole. If you break the pill, too much drug may be released. Do not use a regular spoon to measure liquid medicines. Use a dose-measuring cup or spoon. Ask your pharmacist if you don't have a dose-measuring device. Never give cough and cold medications to very young children without consulting a doctor. Tell your doctor or surgeon, if you've taken this medication within the last few days, if you are going to need medical testing or surgery. Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature. The liquid form of the medicine should not be allowed to freeze.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You may not have a regular dosing regimen because this medication is only taken as needed. Take the missed dose immediately if you take the medication regularly. If your next scheduled dosage is approaching, skip the missed dose. You should not take more medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention. Some of the symptoms listed in this guide may be severe overdose symptoms.
What should be avoided?
Chlortan can cause blurred vision or affect your thinking and reactions. You should be careful when driving or doing anything else that requires alertness and the ability to see clearly. Chlorpheniramine can be exacerbated by alcohol. Before using any other allergy, cold, or sleep medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Many combination medications contain antihistamines. You can get too much medication by taking certain products in combination. You can check the label of a medication to see if it contains antihistamines. Avoid overheating or dehydration during exercise and hot weather. Chlortan may decrease sweating, and you could be more susceptible to heatstroke.
Interaction with other drug
Chlortan can make these effects worse if taken with drugs that slow breathing or cause sleepiness. Before taking this medication with sleeping pills, narcotic pain medicines, muscle relaxers, or medicine to treat anxiety, depression, or seizures, ask your doctor. Before using this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you also use any other medications, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. When used together, some medicines can have unwanted or harmful effects. This medication guide does not list all possible interactions.
