Piriton
Piriton contains chlorphenamine maleate, a first-generation antihistamine that helps relieve allergic symptoms by blocking the actions of histamine, a natural substance produced by the body during an allergic reaction. Because it is a sedating antihistamine, it may cause drowsiness.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults and children over 12 years: 4 mg (1 tablet or 10 ml syrup) every 4 to 6 hours. Maximum 24 mg (6 tablets or 60 ml syrup) in 24 hours. Children 6-12 years: 2 mg (1/2 tablet or 5 ml syrup) every 4 to 6 hours. Maximum 12 mg in 24 hours. Children 2-6 years: 1 mg (2.5 ml syrup) every 4 to 6 hours. Maximum 6 mg in 24 hours. Children 1-2 years: 1 mg (2.5 ml syrup) twice daily. Maximum 2 mg in 24 hours. Under 1 year: Not recommended.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 1 year of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Do not administer to infants under 12 months unless explicitly prescribed by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Typically represents infants under 1 year of age. Consult a healthcare professional.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 1 mg (2.5 ml syrup)
- Frequency
- 2 times a day
- Tracking Notes
- Corresponds to typical age range of 1 to 2 years. Do not exceed 2 mg (5 ml syrup) in 24 hours.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 mg (2.5 ml syrup)
- Frequency
- Every 4 to 6 hours as needed
- Tracking Notes
- Corresponds to typical age range of 2 to 5 years. Do not exceed 6 mg (15 ml syrup) in 24 hours. Leave at least 4 hours between doses.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 1 year of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Do not administer to infants under 12 months unless explicitly prescribed by a pediatrician. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Typically represents infants under 1 year of age. Consult a healthcare professional. |
| 11-15 kg | 1 mg (2.5 ml syrup) | 2 times a day | Corresponds to typical age range of 1 to 2 years. Do not exceed 2 mg (5 ml syrup) in 24 hours. |
| 16-20 kg | 1 mg (2.5 ml syrup) | Every 4 to 6 hours as needed | Corresponds to typical age range of 2 to 5 years. Do not exceed 6 mg (15 ml syrup) in 24 hours. Leave at least 4 hours between doses. |
Formulation
Purpose
Relieving symptoms of allergic conditions such as hayfever, urticaria (hives), food allergies, insect bites, and itchy skin rashes associated with chickenpox.
Generic Name
Chlorphenamine maleateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.