Carbinoxamine maleate Pharmacology

Carbinoxamine maleate

About Carbinoxamine maleate
H1 receptor antagonist, Ethanolamine antihistamines, anticholinergic, Antihistamine.
Mechanism of Action of Carbinoxamine maleate
Carbinoxamine maleate exerts it`s action by acting as an H1 receptor antagonist. It antagonizes most of the pharmacological actions of Histamine and reduces allergic symptoms. It also has anticholinergic properties and reduces secretions.
Pharmacokinets of Carbinoxamine maleate
N/A
Onset of Action for Carbinoxamine maleate
N/A
Duration of Action for Carbinoxamine maleate
N/A
Half Life of Carbinoxamine maleate
10 to 20 hours
Side Effects of Carbinoxamine maleate
1.Sedation
2.Inability to concentrate
3.Diminished alertness
4.Motor incordination
5.Fatigue
6.Insomnia
7.Somnolence
8.Dry mouth
9.Urinery hesitancy
10.Alterd bowel movement.
Contra-indications of Carbinoxamine maleate
1.Hypersensitivity to the drug
2.If patient used MAO inhibitors within the past two weeks
3.Narrow-angle glaucoma
4.Urinary retention
5.Peptic ulcer
6.Asthma
7.Blockage in stomach or intestines
8.Enlarged prostate
9.Overactive thyroid
10.Cardiac disease
11.High blood pressure.
Special Precautions while taking Carbinoxamine maleate
1.Driving or any work requiring mental alertness
2.Avoid alcohol use
3.Along with other medication.
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Carbinoxamine maleate
1. Common cold
2.Sneezing
3.Runny nose
4.Itchy or watery eyes
5.Hives
6.Skin rash
7.Itching
8.Other symptoms of allergies
9.Irritant cough
10.Nausea
11.Vomiting
12.Vertigo associated with motion sickness
13.Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms
14.Mild cases of Parkinson`s disease.
Interactions for Carbinoxamine maleate
N/A
Typical Dosage for Carbinoxamine maleate
Dosage individualized based on severity of the condition and patient`s requirement.
Tablets:
Adults: 4 to 8 mg thrice daily
Children (Over six years): 4 to 6 mg thrice daily.
Oral Solution:
Adults: 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls (4 to 8 mg) thrice daily
Usual Child`s Dosage (about 0.2 - 0.4 mg/kg/day):
Two to three years - ? teaspoonful (2 mg) thrice daily.
Three to six years - ? to 1 teaspoonful (2 to 4 mg) thrice daily
Over six years - 1 to 1? teaspoonfuls (4 to 6 mg) thrice daily.
Schedule of Carbinoxamine maleate
N/A
Storage Requirements for Carbinoxamine maleate
Store at room temperature at a range of 15 to 300C. Protect from moisture, light and heat. Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Carbinoxamine maleate
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Carbinoxamine maleate
Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

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