Triprolidine

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What is Triprolidine?[edit | edit source]

Triprolidine
Triprolidine Structural Formula V1



What are the uses of this medicine?[edit | edit source]

Triprolidine temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies:

  • runny nose
  • sneezing
  • itching of the nose or throat
  • itchy, watery eyes


How does this medicine work?[edit | edit source]

  • Triprolidine (trye proe' li deen) is a first generation antihistamine that is used to treat the symptoms of the common cold, including sneezing, cough, runny note, watery eyes and itching.
  • Triprolidine belongs to the ethanolamine class of antihistamines (with clemastine and dimenhydrinate) and is currently used largely in combination with pseudoephedrine in prescription or over-the-counter products for relief of symptoms of the common cold and allergic rhinitis.


Who Should Not Use this medicine ?[edit | edit source]

This medicine cannot be used in patients with:


What drug interactions can this medicine cause?[edit | edit source]

  • Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Be sure to mention any of the following:


Is this medicine FDA approved?[edit | edit source]

  • It was patented in 1948 and came into medical use in 1953.


How should this medicine be used?[edit | edit source]

Recommended dosage:

  • The typical adult oral dose is 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) (2.5 mg) 3 to 4 times a day.

Childen 6 to under 12 years of age:

  • ½ teaspoonful (2.5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 6 years of age:

  • Consult a doctor

Administration:

  • Triprolidine comes as syrup containing Triprolidine HCl 2.5 mg.
  • Take it every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 4 teaspoonfuls (20 mL) in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor.


What are the dosage forms and brand names of this medicine?[edit | edit source]

This medicine is available in fallowing doasage form:

  • As Syrup
  • Each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains:
  • Triprolidine HCl 2.5 mg

This medicine is available in fallowing brand namesː

  • Aprodine and Silafed
  • Actidil


What side effects can this medication cause?[edit | edit source]

The most common side effects of this medicine include:


What special precautions should I follow?[edit | edit source]

Tell doctor before use if you have:

  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • glaucoma
  • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • Tell your doctor before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
  • When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children.
  • Triprolidine may cause drowsiness. use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.
  • Alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect of Triprolidine. Avoid concomitant use.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Triprolidine.
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if new symptoms occur.
  • If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
  • Triprolidine has not been linked to instances of clinically apparent acute liver injury.


What to do in case of emergency/overdose?[edit | edit source]

  • In case of overdose, call the poison control helpline of your country. In the United States, call 1-800-222-1222.


Can this medicine be used in pregnancy?[edit | edit source]

  • If pregnant, ask a health professional before use.


Can this medicine be used in children?[edit | edit source]

Children under 6 years of age:

  • Consult a doctor.


What are the active and inactive ingredients in this medicine?[edit | edit source]

Active ingredient:

  • TRIPROLIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Inactive ingredients:

  • Citric Acid, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Saccharin, Sorbitol, Bubble Gum Flavor.


Who manufactures and distributes this medicine?[edit | edit source]

  • Westminster Pharmaceuticals


What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication?[edit | edit source]

  • Store at room temperature 15°-30° C (59°-86° F).
  • Tamper evident by foil seal under cap.
  • Do not use if foil seal is missing or broken.


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