Brompheniramine overdose

Definition

Brompheniramine poisoning is an overdose of brompheniramine, an antihistamine.

Poisonous Ingredient

• Brompheniramine
  
• Brompheniramine maleate
  

Where Found

• Dimetane
  
• Dimetapp
  
• Bromphen
  
• Chlorphed
  

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms

• Body as a whole
  o Unsteadiness
  o Dry mouth
  o Tremor
  o Convulsions
  o Fever
  o Flushed skin
  
• Eyes, ears, nose, and throat
  o Blurred vision
  o Dilated pupils
  
• Heart and blood vessels
  o Rapid heartbeat
  o Increased blood pressure
  
• Nervous system
  o Coma
  o Agitation
  o Drowsiness
  o Nervousness
  o Hallucinations
  o Disorientation
  o Delirium
  

Home Treatment
DO NOT induce vomiting.

Before Calling Emergency

Determine the following information:

• Patient's age, weight, and condition
  
• The name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
  
• When it was swallowed
  
• The amount swallowed
  

Poison Control, or a local emergency number
Call Poison Control or your local emergency number - they will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. If possible, take the container with you to the emergency room.

What to expect at the emergency room

Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:

• Emptying stomach (gastric lavage)
  
• Administering activated charcoal
  
• Administering a laxative
  
• Treating the symptoms