Warning: the next information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment about your pharmacist. it should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this medication.
Diphenhydramine - oral
(dye-fen-hi-druh-meen)
common brand names: Benadryl, Genahist, Sominex, Uni-Hist
Cvs Allergy since Usage: this drug provides relief about symptoms about allergic reactions such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itchy eyes & sneezing. Also used to treat motion sickness, anxiety, tension, sleeplessness or involuntary movements due to side effects about certain psychiatric drugs.
How to use Cvs Allergy for: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Follow doctor's instructions. do not take more than recommended.
Cvs Allergy for side effects: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth & nose. These effects should subside as you're body adjusts to medication. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your healthcare professional. Notify you're physician if you develop: breathing difficulties, pounding or irregular heartbeat, ringing in ears, difficulty urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your physician or pharmacist.
Cvs Allergy for Precautions: do not take for some days before allergy testing as test results canbe affected. Tell your physician your medical history, especially about: asthma, glaucoma, ulcers, difficulty urinating (due to an enlarged prostate gland), heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, an overactive thyroid gland. Change from seated or lying position slowly to avoid dizziness. Use caution in performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake or other sedating medications to avoid excessive drowsiness. do not give regular tablets or oral liquid to child younger then six years of age unless directed to do so by physician. this medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with some your physician. Because this drug appears in breast milk, consult you're pharmacist before breast-feeding.
Cvs Allergy for drug interactions: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription meds you may use, especially of: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression, anti-seizure drugs, narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine), other pills for colds/hay fever/allergies. do not take if you have taken any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within last two weeks. check the labels on every youre medicines because they may also contain diphenhydramine. this includes diphenhydramine either taken by mouth or applied to the skin (e.g., anti-itch cream, ointment, or spray). Ask youre healthcare professional about safe use ofthose products. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.
Cvs Allergy for Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, flushing, fever, weakness, tremor, muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, & seizures. in children, excitement may occur 1st followed by loss about coordination, drowsiness, loss about consciousness, & seizures.
Cvs Allergy for special notes: do not share it product with others.
If you missed Cvs Allergy for dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if Its almost time for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.
Cvs Allergy for Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. don't store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms of this medication.
Medical alert: your condition may cause complications in medical emergency.
Active Ingredients : Diphenhydramine