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Diphenhydramine HCl Tablets

Drug class

Histamine H1 Receptor Antagonists [MoA]; Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]

Uses

Uses relief of occasional sleeplessness

Warnings

Warnings Do not use with any other products containing diphenhydramine, including one used on skin in children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness. If pregnant or breast-feeding If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Dosage & administration

Directions Adults and children 12 years and over take 2 tablets at bedtime if needed or as directed by a doctor Children under 12 years of age do not use

Active ingredient

Active ingredient Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg

Inactive ingredient

Inactive Ingredients croscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide

Dosage forms & strengths

TABLET
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE 25 mg/1

All identified pills

Official source

DailyMed

Also known as

Sleep Tabs For Nighttime use