Dexclopheniramine maleate is an antihistamine drug widely used to treat skin allergy and other allergic reactions such as rhinitis or conjunctivitis, for example.
Dexclopheniramine maleate may be purchased from the pharmacy under the trade name Polaramine in the form of dermatological cream, syrup or tablets, for example, and should only be used as directed by your doctor or allergist.
See the precautions you should take when buying drugs online.
Price
The price of Polaramine can vary between 10 and 20 reais, depending on how the product is presented and how much.
Indications
Polaramine is indicated for the treatment of allergies, allergic rhinitis, urticaria, insect sting, allergic conjunctivitis, atopic dermatitis and allergic eczema.
How to use
The method of use of Polaramine depends on the form of presentation, where:
Polaramine cream
Apply Dexchlorpheniramine (Polaramine) cream on affected skin 2 times a day.
Polaramine in syrup
- Adults and children over 12 years: 5 ml 3 to 4 times a day, not to exceed 30 ml per day.
- Children 6 to 12 years: 2.5 ml three times a day, not to exceed 15 ml per day.
- Children 2 to 6 years: 1.25 ml three times a day, not to exceed 15 ml per day.
Polaramine tablet
- Adults and children over 12 years: 2 mg, 3 to 4 times a day, not to exceed 12 mg per day.
- Children 6 to 11 years: 1 mg, every 4 or 6 hours, not to exceed 6 mg per day.
Side effects
The main side effects include drowsiness, hives, itching, pruritus, chills, low blood pressure, headache, palpitations, loss of appetite, weakness, nervousness, heartburn, dizziness, tinnitus and low blood pressure.
Contraindications
Polaramine is contraindicated for children under 2 years of age and patients who are hypersensitive to any component of the formula.
See other ways to treat allergy:
- Natural Allergy Remedy
- Home remedy for skin allergy
- Desloratatin (Desalex)
