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Usually used as an antihistamine, but can also be used to stimulate appetite to improve feeding and nutrition.
HOW IT'S SUPPLIED
tablets - 4 milligrams
syrup - 2 milligrams per milliliter
HOW IT WORKS
Works as an antihistamine to relieve allergic symptoms.
Also stimulates the brain's appetite center (located in the hypothalamus) by altering the effects of a neurotransmitter (brain chemical) called serotonin.
THINGS TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DOCTOR
* Like all antihistamines, this medicine can cause drowsiness, but can also cause hyperactivity in young children.
* This drug should not be used in newborns or premature infants.
* Can worsen symptoms in people with asthma, thyroid disease, glaucoma, heart problems, and high blood pressure.
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