Chlorpheniramine maleate
Uses
Chlorpheniramine maleate is used for the treatment of allergies and the symptoms it can cause
How it Works
Chlorpheniramine maleate is known as an antihistamine. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the effects of histamine, histamine is a substance released by cells in the body that produce allergy symptoms.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Chlorpheniramine maleate may suffer from such side effects;
Drowsiness,
Dizziness,
Nausea,
Stomach pain,
Constipation,
Blurred vision,
Dry mouth/nose/throat
Guaifenesin
Uses
Guaifenesin is used in the treatment of chest congestion caused by the common cold, infections, or allergies.
How it Works
Guaifenesin is known as an expectorant. Guaifenesin helps loosen congestion in the chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through the mouth. Guaifenesin in short decreases the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Guaifenesin can include the symptoms below;
Nausea,
Itchy rash,
Diarrhea,
Dizziness,
Headache,
Hives,
Nausea or vomiting,
Skin rash,
Hypersensitivity reaction,
Stomach pain,
Vomiting
Bromhexine
Uses
Bromhexine is used in the treatment of cough.
How it Works
Bromhexine works by thinning and loosening the sticky mucus secretions in the nasal passageway, making it easier to cough the mucus out and treating the cough.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Bromhexine include the symptoms below;
Irritation of ear,
Allergic skin rash,
Dizziness,
Headache