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Diphenhydramine - oral

(dye-fen-hi-druh-meen)

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

Simular Drugs : Allergy, Allergy, Allergy & Congestion Relief, Allergy & Congestion Relief, Allergy Congestion Relief, Allergy Cream, Allergy Decongestant, Allergy Elixir, Allergy Med, Allergy Medication, Allergy Medicine, Allergy Medicine Complete, Allergy Relief, Allergy Relief, Allergy Relief, Allergy Relief, Allergy Relief D, Allergy Relief D 24, Allergy Tablet, Allergy Tablet

Allergy Usage: this medication provides relief of symptoms about 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 meds.

How to use Allergy: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Follow doctor's instructions. do not take more than recommended.

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

Allergy Precautions: don't take for several days before allergy testing as test results can be affected. Tell your healthcare professional your 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 medications to avoid excessive drowsiness. do not give regular tablets or oral liquid to a kid younger then six years of age unless directed to do so by doctor. this drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with you're healthcare professional. Because this medication appears at breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Allergy drug interactions: Tell some your physician about every prescription & nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: sleeping tablets, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, med for depression, anti-seizure drugs, narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine), other medications for colds/hay fever/allergies. do not take if you have taken any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within the last two weeks. check labels on all your 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 your pharmacist about safe use ofthose products. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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

Allergy special notes: do not share this product with others.

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

Allergy 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 med.

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

Active Ingredients : Diphenhydramine