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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Brompheniramine Maleate

Brompheniramine Maleate is a potent antihistamine commonly utilized in compounded formulations to alleviate symptoms associated with allergic reactions, such as rhinitis and urticaria.

Compounded to order
Prescription required
Warwick, Rhode Island

About this ingredient

Brompheniramine Maleate is a first-generation antihistamine commonly utilized in compounded formulations for its efficacy in alleviating symptoms associated with allergic reactions and the common cold. As an H1 receptor antagonist, it works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose.

Due to its sedative properties, Brompheniramine Maleate is often preferred in formulations where a calming effect is beneficial, making it a versatile choice for managing both daytime and nighttime allergy symptoms. Its pharmacokinetic profile allows for effective symptom control, with a relatively rapid onset of action, providing relief to patients in a timely manner.

In clinical practice, Brompheniramine Maleate is valued for its ability to be combined with other active ingredients, enhancing its therapeutic potential in multi-symptom relief formulations. This adaptability makes it a staple in the compounding pharmacy setting, where personalized medication solutions are crafted to meet specific patient needs.

Prescribers appreciate Brompheniramine Maleate for its well-documented safety profile and its long history of use, which provides confidence in its efficacy and tolerability. When considering treatment options for allergic conditions, this API offers a reliable choice, particularly in patients who may benefit from its sedative effects.

Available formulations

Compounded formulations containing this ingredient

Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.

We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.

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Formulas we compound with this ingredient

A sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.

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Important information

This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.

Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.

A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.

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