FDA Label for Diphenhydramine Hcl
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Diphenhydramine Hcl Product Label
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg
Otc - Purpose
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
temporarily relives symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, watery eyes
- itching of the nose or throat
- runny nose
- sneezing
temporarily relives these symptoms due to the common cold:
Otc - Do Not Use
Do not use
- to make a child sleepy
- with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Otc - Ask Doctor
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
Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
Otc - When Using
When using this product
- marked drowsiness mau occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
- excitability may occur, especially in children
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding
If pregnant or brest-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdosage
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
take every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor
do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours
adults and children 12 years of age and over | 1 caplet |
children under 12 years of age | do not use |
Other Information
- store in a dry place at 15° - 30° C (59° - 86° F).
- ptotect from moisture
Inactive Ingredient
croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin.
Otc - Questions
1-800-231-4670
Other
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Product of China. Manufactured and packaged in the U.S.A. using domestic and imported ingredients.
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TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF CARTON HAS BEEN OPENED OR BLISTER UNITS ARE TORN OR BROKEN.
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* This product is not manufactured or distributed by Johnson & Johnson Corporation, owner of the registered trademark Benadryl®.
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Compare to the active ingredient in Benadryl® Allergy Extra Strength*
Extra Strength
Allergy Relief
Diphenhydramine HCl, 50mg
Antihistamine
Temporatry relief of
Sneezing
Itchy throat
Runny nose
Itchy, watery eyes
24 Caplets
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