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Summary for Ryvent

Prescription only

Carbinoxamine maleate, also known by its brand name Ryvent, is a prescription antihistamine used to treat many symptoms of allergies and allergic reactions, such as rash, hives, itching, and sneezing. It's FDA approved for adults and children ages 2 years and older. It comes as a tablet and liquid that are taken by mouth up to 4 times per day on an empty stomach. Side effects include sleepiness, dizziness, and stomach pain.

Indications for Ryvent

Pros and Cons for Ryvent

Pros

  • Treats many symptoms of allergies and allergic reactions
  • Comes as tablets and a flavored liquid
  • Safe for children as young as 2 years old
  • Can be taken as needed or on a regular schedule, depending on your condition

Cons

  • Need to take 3 to 4 times per day
  • Commonly causes sleepiness and dizziness
  • Interacts with many medications
  • Can worsen certain medical conditions including glaucoma, stomach ulcers, and urinary problems

Common Side Effects for Ryvent

  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Trouble with coordination or movement
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Thick mucus in the lungs

Warnings for Ryvent

  • Death in young children
  • Sleepiness
  • Worsening of medical conditions

Summary for Ryvent

Prescription only

Carbinoxamine maleate, also known by its brand name Ryvent, is a prescription antihistamine used to treat many symptoms of allergies and allergic reactions, such as rash, hives, itching, and sneezing. It's FDA approved for adults and children ages 2 years and older. It comes as a tablet and liquid that are taken by mouth up to 4 times per day on an empty stomach. Side effects include sleepiness, dizziness, and stomach pain.

Indications for Ryvent

Pros and Cons for Ryvent

Pros

  • Treats many symptoms of allergies and allergic reactions
  • Comes as tablets and a flavored liquid
  • Safe for children as young as 2 years old
  • Can be taken as needed or on a regular schedule, depending on your condition

Cons

  • Need to take 3 to 4 times per day
  • Commonly causes sleepiness and dizziness
  • Interacts with many medications
  • Can worsen certain medical conditions including glaucoma, stomach ulcers, and urinary problems

Common Side Effects for Ryvent

  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Trouble with coordination or movement
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Thick mucus in the lungs

Warnings for Ryvent

  • Death in young children
  • Sleepiness
  • Worsening of medical conditions

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Carbinoxamine Maleate60 tablets / 4mg
$18.22$50.51
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$483.37$483.37
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