chlorpheniramine

noun

chlor·phen·ir·amine | \ ˌklȯr-(ˈ)fen-ˈir-ə-ˌmēn

, -mən\

Definition of chlorpheniramine

: an antihistamine C₁₆H₁₉ClN₂ that is usually administered in the form of its maleate

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Coricidin contains dextromethorphan and chlorpheniramine, which experts say when taken in high doses – which is typically a result of recreational use – can cause euphoria, agitation, psychoses and dissociative phenomena. — Crimesider Staff, CBS News, "Autopsy: Victim in "cold medicine" slaying was stabbed, slashed 123 times," 18 Oct. 2017 Here are six common classes of medications that Morgan can leave us feeling sluggish: Over-the-counter meds Antihistamines (e.g. Benadryl [diphenhydramine] and Chlor-Trimeton [chlorpheniramine]). — Molly Kimball, NOLA.com, "Tired all the time? Surprising reasons why, and simple solutions," 14 June 2017

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chlorpheniramine

noun

chlor·phen·ir·amine | \ -fen-ˈir-ə-ˌmēn, -mən, -fən-

: an antihistamine that is usually administered in the form of its maleate C₁₆H₁₉ClN₂·C₄H₄O₄