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Dehistine Dosage

Generic name: phenylephrine hydrochloride, chlorpheniramine maleate and methscopolamine
Dosage form: liquid

This dosage information does not include all the information needed to use Dehistine safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for Dehistine.

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Adults and children 12 years of age and older:  1-2 teaspoonfuls (5-10 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed
8 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours.

Children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed
4 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours.

DEHISTINE Syrup is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.

Note: Geriatric patients may be more sensitive to the effects of the usual adult dose. Adjust adult dose accordingly.

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