Indications:
Riboflavin deficiency, Microcytic anaemia
Pharmacology:
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an alkylamine antihistamine. It is one of the most potent histamine H1-receptor blocking agents which is used as a potent antihistamine. This generally causes less sedation than promethazine. Chlorpheniramine Maleate exerts its effects by blocking H1-receptor competitively
Dosage (breakdown or, not) :
For treating low levels of riboflavin (riboflavin deficiency) in adults: 5-30 mg of riboflavin daily in divided doses.
For preventing migraine headaches: 400 mg of riboflavin (Vitamin B2) per day. It may take up to three months to get best results.
For preventing cataracts: approximately 2.6 mg of riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Adult:
Oral Riboflavin Deficiency Supplementation is indicated for adults with riboflavin deficiency syndromes 5-30 mg/day PO in divided doses
Child:
Oral Riboflavin Deficiency <3 years: Not established 3-12 years: 3-10 mg/day PO in divided doses >12 years: 5-30 mg/day PO in divided doses
Administration:
Should be taken with food.
Interaction:
Rate and extent of absorption may be affected by propantheline bromide.
Contraindication:
Hypersensitivity
Side Effects:
Bright yellow disclouration of urine.
Pregnancy:
Riboflavin is LIKELY SAFE for pregnant or breast-feeding women when taken in the amounts
recommended.
Precautions & Warnings: none
Storage Conditions:
Store at a cool and dry place. Protect from light.
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