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Diphenhydramine - oral

(dye-fen-hi-druh-meen)

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

Sleep tablet Usage: this drug 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 about certain psychiatric medications.

How to use Sleep tablet: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Follow doctor's instructions. don't take more than recommended.

Sleep tablet side effects: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth and nose. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to medication. If these effects persist or worsen, inform youre doctor. Notify youre doctor 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 doctor or physician.

Sleep tablet Precautions: do not take for several days before allergy testing as test results can be affected. Tell youre doctor some 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 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 children younger than 6 years about age unless directed to do so by doctor. this drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your doctor. Because this medication appears in breast milk, consult youre pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Sleep tablet med interactions: Tell you're physician of every prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, drug for depression, anti-seizure drugs, narcotic pain tablet (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 last two weeks. money labels on all your medicines because they may also contain diphenhydramine. this includes diphenhydramine ether taken by mouth or applied to skin (e.g., anti-itch cream, ointment, or spray). Ask youre pharmacist about the safe use ofthose products. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Sleep tablet 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 of consciousness, and seizures. in children, excitement may occur 1'st followed by loss about coordination, drowsiness, loss about consciousness, & seizures.

Sleep tablet special notes: do not share this product with others.

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

Sleep tablet Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this drug.

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

Active Ingredients : Diphenhydramine