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Phenindamine
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Synonyms
Pharmacological Index
Use
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(fen IN dah meen)

U.S. Brand Names
Nolahist®[OTC]

Generic Available

Yes


Synonyms
Phenindamine Tartrate

Pharmacological Index

Antihistamine


Use

Treatment of perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis and chronic urticaria


Usual Dosage

Oral:

Children 6 to <12 years: 12.5 mg every 4-6 hours, up to 75 mg/24 hours

Adults: 25 mg every 4-6 hours, up to 150 mg/24 hours


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Dosage Forms

Tablet, as tartrate: 25 mg


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