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RyVent

carbinoxamine maleate · RyVent is a prescription drug containing carbinoxamine maleate, made by Carwin Pharmaceutical Associates, LLC.

Type
Prescription
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Oral
Manufacturers
1

Carbinoxamine maleate is effective for the symptomatic treatment of: Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis.

Drug facts

Generic name
carbinoxamine maleate
Active ingredients
Carbinoxamine Maleate
Dosage forms
Tablet
Label holder
Carwin Pharmaceutical Associates, LLC
FDA application
ANDA207484
Label updated
01/09/2024

Uses

Carbinoxamine maleate is effective for the symptomatic treatment of: Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis. Vasomotor rhinitis. Allergic conjunctivitis due to inhalant allergens and foods. Mild, uncomplicated allergic skin manifestations of urticaria and angioedema. Dermatographism. As therapy for anaphylactic reactions adjunctive to epinephrine and other standard measures after the acute manifestations have been controlled. Amelioration of the severity of allergic reactions to blood or plasma.

Dosage and administration

Carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in children younger than 2 years of age (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). Carbinoxamine maleate should be taken on an empty stomach with water. DOSAGE SHOULD BE INDIVIDUALIZED ACCORDING TO THE NEEDS AND THE RESPONSE OF THE PATIENT. Carbinoxamine maleate dosage should be based on the severity of the condition and the response of the patient. The drug is well tolerated in adults in doses as high as 24 mg daily, in divided doses, over prolonged periods. On the other hand, some patients respond to as little as 4 mg daily. Clinical experience suggests the following dosage schedule: Usual Adult Dosage: 1 tablet (6 mg) 3 to 4 times daily

Contraindications

Carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in children younger than 2 years of age. Carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in nursing mothers. Carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to the drug or on monoamine oxidase inhibitor therapy (see Drug Interactions).

Warnings

Deaths have been reported in children less than 2 years of age who were taking antihistamines, including carbinoxamine-containing drug products, therefore, carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in children younger than 2 years of age (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). Antihistamines should be used with considerable caution in patients with: narrow angle glaucoma, stenosing peptic ulcer, symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy, bladder neck obstruction, pyloroduodenal obstruction.

Precautions

General As many other antihistamines, carbinoxamine maleate has an atropine-like action and, therefore, should be used with caution in patients with: increased intraocular pressure, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease, hypertension. Antihistamines such as carbinoxamine maleate should not be used to treat lower respiratory tract symptoms, including asthma. Information for Patients Carbinoxamine maleate may cause drowsiness; alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect. Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this product. Do not take this product if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers, without first consulting your doctor. Use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery. Drug Interactions Monoamine oxidase inhibitors prolong and intensify the anticholinergic (drying) effects of antihistamines. Carbinoxamine maleate has additive effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants (hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers, etc.). Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility No long-term studies in animals have been performed to determine the possible effects of carbinoxamine maleate on carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, and fertility. Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Pregnancy Category C Animal reproductive studies have not been conducted with carbinoxamine maleate. It is also not known whether carbinoxamine maleate can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. Carbinoxamine maleate should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed. Nursing Mothers Because of the higher risk of antihistamines for infants generally and for newborns and prematures in particular, use of carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in nursing mothers (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). Pediatric Use Carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in children younger than 2 years of age (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). Neonates have an increased susceptibility to anticholinergic side effects, such as CNS excitation, which may lead to convulsions. Carbinoxamine maleate may diminish mental alertness in children. In the young child, particularly, they may produce excitation. Geriatric Use Carbinoxamine maleate is more likely to cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients (approximately 60 years or older). Sedating drugs may also cause confusion and over sedation in the elderly. Therefore, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.

Side effects (adverse reactions)

The most frequent adverse reactions are underlined: Body as a whole: Urticaria, drug rash, anaphylactic shock, photosensitivity, excessive perspiration, chills, dryness of mouth, nose and throat Cardiovascular: Hypotension, headache, palpitations, tachycardia, extrasystoles Hematologic: Hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis Central nervous system: Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, fatigue, confusion, restlessness, excitation, nervousness, tremor, irritability, insomnia, euphoria, paresthesia, blurred vision, diplopia, vertigo, tinnitus, acute labyrinthitis, hysteria, neuritis, convulsions Gastrointestinal: Epigastric distress, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation Urogenital: Urinary frequency, difficult urination, urinary retention, early menses Respiratory: Thickening of bronchial secretions, tightness of chest and wheezing, nasal stuffiness Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Report side effects to 1-844-700-5011.

Drug interactions

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors prolong and intensify the anticholinergic (drying) effects of antihistamines. Carbinoxamine maleate has additive effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants (hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers, etc.).

Pregnancy

Teratogenic Effects Pregnancy Category C Animal reproductive studies have not been conducted with carbinoxamine maleate. It is also not known whether carbinoxamine maleate can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. Carbinoxamine maleate should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

Breastfeeding

Because of the higher risk of antihistamines for infants generally and for newborns and prematures in particular, use of carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in nursing mothers (see CONTRAINDICATIONS).

Use in children

Carbinoxamine maleate is contraindicated in children younger than 2 years of age (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). Neonates have an increased susceptibility to anticholinergic side effects, such as CNS excitation, which may lead to convulsions. Carbinoxamine maleate may diminish mental alertness in children. In the young child, particularly, they may produce excitation.

Use in older adults

Carbinoxamine maleate is more likely to cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients (approximately 60 years or older). Sedating drugs may also cause confusion and over sedation in the elderly. Therefore, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.

Overdose

Manifestations Antihistamine overdosage reactions may vary from central nervous system depression to stimulation. Stimulation is particularly likely in children. Atropine-like signs and symptoms- dry mouth; fixed, dilated pupils; flushing; and gastrointestinal symptoms may also occur. Especially in infants and children, antihistamine overdosage may cause hallucinations, convulsions, or death. The oral LD 50 of carbinoxamine maleate in guinea pigs is 411 mg/kg. Treatment The treatment of overdosage with carbinoxamine maleate is essentially symptomatic and supportive. Vital signs (including respiration, pulse, blood pressure, and temperature) and EKG should be monitored. Induction of vomiting is not recommended. Activated charcoal should be given and gastric lavage should be considered after ingestion of a potentially life-threatening amount of drug. In the presence of severe anticholinergic effects, physostigmine may be useful. Vasopressors may be used to treat hypotension.

Description

Carbinoxamine maleate is a histamine-H 1 receptor blocking agent. Each tablet contains 6 mg carbinoxamine maleate and the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium starch glycolate. Carbinoxamine maleate is freely soluble in water. Its structure is: 2-[(4-chlorophenyl)-2-pyridinylmethoxy]-N, N-dimethylethanamine (Z)-2-butenedioate (1:1) C 16 H 19 CIN 2 O·C 4 H 4 O 4 MW= 406.86 carbinoxamine maleate chemical structure

How supplied

Ryvent TM (carbinoxamine maleate tablets USP, 6 mg) is supplied as a white, round tablet, debossed “404” on one side and “ADG” on the other side, in bottles of 100 tablets, NDC 15370-130-10 and bottles of 2 tablets as physician samples, NDC 15370-130-02. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container with a child-resistant closure as defined in the official compendium. Rx only Manufactured for: Carwin Pharmaceutical Associates, LLC Hazlet, NJ 07730 www.carwinpharma.com Code 1159B00 Rev. 09/16

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Tablet6 mgoral1

Side effect reports to FDA

FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 190 reports that list carbinoxamine maleate, data through 07/30/2026

Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Most often reported reactions

  • Drug ineffective16
  • Drug toxicity14
  • Headache14
  • Sinusitis10
  • Pain9
  • Pyrexia9
  • Fatigue8
  • Pruritus8
  • Urticaria8
  • Dizziness7

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Manufacturers and labels

1 FDA label

  • Carwin Pharmaceutical Associates, LLCShown hereANDA207484 · Label 01/09/2024 · NDC 15370-130Full label

Related recalls

No FDA enforcement reports name RyVent or its active ingredient.

RyVent: common questions

What is RyVent used for?
Carbinoxamine maleate is effective for the symptomatic treatment of: Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis.
What are the side effects of RyVent?
The most frequent adverse reactions are underlined: Body as a whole: Urticaria, drug rash, anaphylactic shock, photosensitivity, excessive perspiration, chills, dryness of mouth, nose and throat Cardiovascular: Hypotension, headache, palpitations... See the full side effects section on this page, and ask your doctor or pharmacist about any side effect that bothers you.
Is RyVent a prescription drug?
Yes. RyVent is a prescription (Rx) drug.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as RyVent?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Carbinoxamine Maleate, Carbinoxamine Maleate Extended-Release Oral Suspension, Karbinal ER.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 01/09/2024 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice