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Triprolidine (HCl)

Drug #740

Triprolidine (HCl) is antihistamine. Triprolidine (HCl) is effective in the symptomatic treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis and uncomplicated skin manifestation of urticaria etc.

Primary Characteristics

Triprolidine (HCl) is also known as Triprolidine.

It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Pyridine.

It belongs to H1-antagonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action.

Molecular Weight: 332.9 · pKa: 3.6, 9.3 · Solubility in Water: 1 in 2.1 · Solubility in Alcohol: 1 in 1.5 · Non-proprietary name: Triprolidine (HCl).

Molecular structure of Triprolidine (HCl)

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Triprolidine (HCl) has an oral bioavailability is 83% (±7%).

Distribution: Triprolidine (HCl) has a volume of distribution is 8.7±7.8 l/kg. plasma protein binding is 90%.

Elimination: plasma half-life is 1.5-4.5 hr, renal excretion is 1%.

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Indications

Triprolidine (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Allergic conjunctivitis, Allergic rhinitis, Angioedema, Angiooedema, Common cold, Fever, Urticaria.

Contraindications

Triprolidine (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Alcohol dependence, Prostatic hypertrophy, Narrow-angle glaucoma, Hypersensitivity.

Dosage

Triprolidine (HCl)'s dosage details are as follows:

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
37.5 mg37.5 mgEvery 8hPOFrequency may be increased upto 4 times/day if needed.
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
0.2 mg/kg0.2 mg/kgEvery 8hOral -
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
0.125 mg/kg0.125 mg/kgEvery 8hOral

Drug Interactions

Unknown2 interactions
2 interactions
Moderate1 interaction

Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Side Effects

The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Triprolidine (HCl) are Respiratory depression, Weakness , Dizziness, Convulsions , Incoordination .

Triprolidine (HCl) is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Anorexia , Blurred vision, Confusion, Drowsiness, Dysuria, Epigastric discomfort, GI disturbance, Headache, Lassitude , Palpitation, Photosensitivity, Postural hypotension, Skin eruptions, SomnolenceX, Tinnitus, Urinary frequency.

Warnings / Precautions

Triprolidine should be used with caution in patients with asthma, glaucoma, ulcer, difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures or hyperthyroidism. Do not drink alcoholic beverages. This drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation. Do not give this medication to a child younger than six years of age unless directed to do so by a doctor.

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Storage Conditions

Triprolidine (HCl) should be stored Tab, Syrup.

Drug Classification

  1. 1.3Anti-allergics (Antihistamines) and drugs used in anaphylaxis
  2. 2.25.2.1Cold preparations

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