Allergies:

Indications for Carbinoxamine Maleate Oral Solution:

Allergic (seasonal and perennial) and vasomotor rhinitis, conjunctivitis, urticaria, angioedema, reactions to blood. Adjunct in anaphylaxis. Dermatographism.

Adult:

4–8mg 3–4 times daily.

Children:

<2yrs: contraindicated. 2–5yrs: 0.2–0.4mg/kg/day in 3–4 divided doses. 6–11yrs: 2–4mg 3–4 times daily.

Contraindications:

Children <2yrs old. Concomitant MAOIs. Nursing mothers.

Warnings/Precautions:

Not for treating lower respiratory tract symptoms, including asthma. Narrow angle glaucoma. Peptic ulcer. GI or GU obstruction. Increased intraocular pressure. Hyperthyroidism. Cardiovascular disease. Hypertension. Elderly. Pregnancy (Cat.C).

See Also:

Pharmacologic Class:

Antihistamine.

Interactions:

CNS depression potentiated by alcohol (avoid), other CNS depressants. MAOIs potentiate anticholinergic effects.

Adverse Reactions:

Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, GI upset, thickening of bronchial secretions, anticholinergic effects, excitability in children.

Note:

Formerly known under the brand name Arbinoxa.

How Supplied:

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