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Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Dextromethorphan HBr 7.5mg, chlorpheniramine maleate 1mg, acetaminophen 160mg; per 5mL; alcohol-free; bubble gum-flavored liq; contains sodium 6mg/5mL.
Pharmacological Class
Antitussive + antihistamine + analgesic.
How Supplied
Liq—4oz
Manufacturer
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Indications
Indications
Cough, fever, sore throat, allergy symptoms, headache, minor aches and pains.
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Dosage and Administration
Children
<4yrs: do not use. 4–6yrs: individualize. 6–12yrs: 10mL every 6 hours as needed; max 4 doses/24 hours.
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Contraindications
Contraindications
Children <4yrs old. During or within 14 days of MAOIs. Concomitant other acetaminophen products. For use as a sedative hypnotic.
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Liver disease. Glaucoma. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Discontinue if symptoms worsen or persist for ≥3 days.
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Interactions
Interactions
See Contraindications. Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. Increased CNS effects with other CNS depressants.
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Drowsiness, anticholinergic effects, excitability in children, hepatotoxicity (overdosage).
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Clinical Trials
See Literature
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Note
Not Applicable
Triaminic Multi-symptom Fever Patient Counseling
See Literature
