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Dexbrompheniramine

Dexbrompheniramine

Dexbrompheniramine is an antihistamine with anticholinergic properties used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever or urticaria. It is the pharmacologically active dextrorotatory isomer of brompheniramine. It was formerly marketed in combination with pseudoephedrine under the name Drixoral in the US and Canada. It is an alkylamine antihistamine. Dexbrompheniramine is a first generation antihistamine that reduces the effects of the neurotransmitter histamine in the body: sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Interactions MAO inhibitors within 14 days. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine. Drinking alcohol can increase side effects of dexbrompheniramine.

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External links Media related to Dexbrompheniramine at Wikimedia Commons

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