{"product_id":"chlorpheniramine-tablets-4mg","title":"Chlorpheniramine Tablets, 4mg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" width=\"700\" alt=\"RX MAP\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAntihistamine Tablets for Allergies and Itching in Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChlorpheniramine Maleate 4mg Tablets are a first-generation H1 antihistamine used off-label by vets for dogs, cats, ferrets, and birds. It blocks histamine H1 receptors throughout the body, reducing itching, inflammation, and skin hypersensitivity. More widely used in cats than dogs, it works best for feline miliary dermatitis, psychogenic overgrooming, and chronic atopic skin conditions when given consistently rather than reactively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCat Allergy Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Particularly effective for managing chronic allergic itching, skin hypersensitivity, and atopy in cats on a consistent daily schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiliary Dermatitis Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treats feline miliary dermatitis, a flea allergy-linked skin condition marked by small crusty lesions across the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvergrooming Reduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce anxiety-related and allergy-driven excessive grooming in cats when used as part of a broader management plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContact and Inhaled Allergy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eases contact, inhaled, and drug-induced allergic reactions in both dogs and cats with regular daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMast Cell Tumor Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps manage allergy-like symptoms from histamine released by mast cell tumors in dogs and cats as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChlorpheniramine Maleate 4mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChlorpheniramine Maleate 4mg Tablets are a prescription medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product from HardyPaw Pharmacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiding the tablet completely inside a soft pill pocket or pill wrap treat helps mask the bitterness and significantly improves acceptance, especially in cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" title=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/dog-pill-pockets\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca aria-label=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\" title=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\" href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/cat-pill-pockets\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Cats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Combination Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never use chlorpheniramine products that combine it with acetaminophen, caffeine, decongestants, or other cold and sinus ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid With MAOIs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep away from any pet on selegiline or amitraz-containing Preventic tick collars as a dangerous reaction can follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Open Capsules:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-acting capsule formulations must never be opened, crushed, or dissolved in food as this destroys the controlled-release mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Pregnancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use in pregnant or nursing animals as this medication may affect developing offspring in harmful ways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution With CNS Depressants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use carefully alongside phenothiazines such as acepromazine or other central nervous system depressants, as additive sedation can occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution With Metoclopramide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use with caution in pets also receiving metoclopramide, as this combination may have additive neurological effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild Drowsiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some sleepiness is the most commonly reported reaction and tends to fade as the pet settles into regular use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Mouth and Urinary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced saliva and difficulty urinating can show up in some pets during chlorpheniramine treatment at normal doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Upset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vomiting, diarrhea, and reduced appetite are possible side effects and are typically mild and self-resolving during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBitter Taste Refusal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats often strongly resist this tablet because of its bitter taste; always use a pill pocket to improve acceptance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep tablets in a sealed container at a steady temperature between 59°F and 86°F, well away from excess heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect From Heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunlight, heat sources, and damp spots including bathrooms can break down the tablets, so store somewhere cool and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Out of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Put this medication somewhere children and untreated pets cannot get into it on their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" href=\"\/en-gb\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca aria-label=\"Refund policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" href=\"\/en-gb\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What is chlorpheniramine most commonly used for in cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chlorpheniramine is more widely prescribed for cats than dogs and works well for chronic allergic skin conditions like miliary dermatitis, atopy-related itching, and overgrooming driven by allergies or stress. Giving it on a regular daily schedule rather than only when symptoms flare up gets much better results over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: How does chlorpheniramine differ from diphenhydramine for treating allergies in pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chlorpheniramine and diphenhydramine are both older-generation antihistamines, but chlorpheniramine tends to be easier on cats and is much less sedating. Dogs more often end up on diphenhydramine. Which one the vet reaches for comes down to the species, what is going on with the pet, and what has worked before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Why does chlorpheniramine work better when given consistently rather than as needed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e This medication works by sitting in front of histamine receptors and blocking them before any reaction gets going, not by turning one off after it has started. That is why giving it every day at a steady schedule matters so much. By the time itching or swelling has already kicked in, the window where it works best has already passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What is feline miliary dermatitis and how does chlorpheniramine help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feline miliary dermatitis causes small crusty lesions across a cat's body, most often from flea allergy but also from food or environmental triggers. Chlorpheniramine reduces the histamine-driven inflammation and itching behind those lesions, giving the cat some relief while the root cause is being tracked down and addressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Can chlorpheniramine tablets be used in birds or ferrets for allergies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chlorpheniramine is used off-label in ferrets and birds for allergy-related symptoms under vet guidance. Getting the dose right in these species is a very different job than dosing dogs and cats, and it needs someone with hands-on exotic animal experience. Do not attempt to figure out an amount for a bird or ferret without a specialist vet involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Chlorpheniramine: medlineplus drug information\" title=\"Chlorpheniramine: medlineplus drug information\" href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a682543.html\"\u003eMedlinePlus: Chlorpheniramine Drug Info\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/drugs\/18741-chlorpheniramine-tablets\"\u003eCleveland Clinic: Chlorpheniramine Tablets Overview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 tablet","offer_id":43306649944225,"sku":"64022","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/chlorpheniramine-tablets-4mg-1-tablet-online-dog-pharmacy-105.png?v=1777915958","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/en-gb\/products\/chlorpheniramine-tablets-4mg","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}