Dexchloropheniramine

Products

Dexchlorpheniramine was approved in many countries since 1960 and is currently discontinued. Polaramine is no longer available.

Structure and properties

Dexchloropheniramine (C₁₆H₁₉ClN₂, M_r = 274.8 g/mol) is an enantiomer of chlorphenamine, which is found in many countries, including in cold remedies.

Effects

Dexchlorpheniramine (ATC R06AB02) has antihistamine and antiallergic properties.

Indications

For symptomatic and prophylactic treatment of allergic diseases:

• Allergy rhinitis, hay fever.
• Allergic conjunctivitis
• Urticaria
• Drug allergies
• Insect bites