chlorpheniramine

noun

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

-mən

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

Examples of chlorpheniramine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other nonprescription drugs like guaifenesin (sold in Mucinex and Robitussin), dextromethorphan (sold in Robitussin DM), and antihistamines for a cold like chlorpheniramine likely don't help with coughs and colds. —Randy Hatton, Scientific American, 21 Dec. 2023

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, 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, 14 June 2017

Word History

Etymology

chlor- + phen- + -ir- (probably alteration of pyridine) + amine

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

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