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Diphenhydramine - oral

(dye-fen-hi-druh-meen)

common brand names: Benadryl, Genahist, Sominex, Uni-Hist

Simular Drugs : Sominex, Sominex Max Strength

Sominex Max Strength Usage: it med provides relief of symptoms of allergic reactions such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itchy eyes and sneezing. Also used to treat motion sickness, anxiety, tension, sleeplessness or involuntary movements due to side effects of certain psychiatric tablets.

How to use Sominex Max Strength: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Follow doctor's instructions. don't take more then recommended.

Sominex Max Strength side effects: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth & nose. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the tablet. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your physician. Notify youre doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, pounding or irregular heartbeat, ringing in the ears, difficulty urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre healthcare professional or healthcare professional.

Sominex Max Strength Precautions: do not take for few days before allergy testing as test results can be affected. Tell your physician youre medical history, especially of: asthma, glaucoma, ulcers, difficulty urinating (due to an enlarged prostate gland), heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, an overactive thyroid gland. Change from a seated or lying position slowly to avoid dizziness. Use caution in performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake or other sedating drugs to avoid excessive drowsiness. don't give regular tablets or oral liquid to kid younger than six years of age unless directed to do so by physician. this drug must be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your physician. Because it medication appears in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Sominex Max Strength drug interactions: Tell youre doctor of all prescription & nonprescription meds you may use, especially of: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, med for depression, anti-seizure medications, narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine), another tablets 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 all your medicines because they may also contain diphenhydramine. this includes diphenhydramine either taken by mouth or applied to skin (e.g., anti-itch cream, ointment, or spray). Ask some your pharmacist about safe use ofthose products. do not start or stop any medicine with out physician or pharmacist approval.

Sominex Max Strength Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, flushing, fever, weakness, tremor, muscle twitching, loss about consciousness, and seizures. in children, excitement may occur 1st followed by loss about coordination, drowsiness, loss about consciousness, & seizures.

Sominex Max Strength special notes: do not share this product with others.

If you missed Sominex Max Strength dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the following dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Sominex Max Strength Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms about this pill.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Diphenhydramine