Karbinal Er Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Carbinoxamine maleate extended-release 4mg/5mL; oral susp; strawberry-banana flavor; contain sulfites.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
How Supplied
Susp—300mL, 480mL
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Karbinal Er Indications
Indications
Allergic (seasonal and perennial) and vasomotor rhinitis, conjunctivitis, urticaria, angioedema, reactions to blood or plasma. Adjunct in anaphylaxis. Dermatographism.
Karbinal Er Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<2yrs: contraindicated. Use accurate measuring device. Individualize. 2–3yrs: 3.75–5mL (3–4mg) every 12hrs; 4–5yrs: 3.75–10mL (3–8mg) every 12hrs; 6–11yrs: 7.5–15mL (6–12mg) every 12hrs. ≥12yrs: 7.5–20mL (6–16mg) every 12hrs.
Karbinal Er Contraindications
Contraindications
Children <2yrs old. Concomitant MAOIs.
Karbinal Er Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Karbinal Er Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Increased intraocular pressure. Narrow angle glaucoma. Hyperthyroidism. Cardiovascular disease. Hypertension. Stenosing peptic ulcer. Symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy. GI or GU obstruction. Asthma. Sulfite allergy. Elderly. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Karbinal Er Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Karbinal Er Interactions
Interactions
See Contraindications. MAOIs potentiate anticholinergic effects. Additive CNS depression with alcohol, other CNS depressants (eg, hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers); avoid.
Karbinal Er Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, epigastric distress, thickening of bronchial secretions; hypersensitivity reactions.
Karbinal Er Clinical Trials
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Karbinal Er Note
Not Applicable
Karbinal Er Patient Counseling
See Literature