Drug class
Histamine H1 Receptor Antagonists [MoA]; Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat
Warnings
Warnings Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin Ask a doctor before use if the child has glaucoma a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product marked drowsiness may occur sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness excitability may occur, especially in children Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Overdose
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Dosage & administration
Directions do not take more than directed take every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor do not take more than 6 times in 24 hours adults and children 12 years and over 1 to 2 capsules children 6 to under 12 years 1 capsule children under 6 years do not use
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each banded capsule) Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients butylparaben, corn starch, D&C red #28, edible ink, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, gelatin, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, silicon dioxide