Drug Summary

  Drug name:  clemastine
  Chemical name:  Clemastine fumarate
  Formula:  C₂₁H₂₆ClNO
  Weight:   343.89
  CAS no:  15686-51-8
  DrugBank link:  DB00283
  Description:  An ethanolamine-derivative, first generation histamine H1 antagonist used in hay fever, rhinitis, allergic skin conditions, and pruritus. It causes drowsiness. [PubChem]
  Indication:  For the relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, rhinorrhea, pruritus and acrimation. Also for the management of mild, uncomplicated allergic skin manifestations of urticaria and angioedema. Used as self-medication for temporary relief of symptoms associated with the common cold.