Warning: following info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, expertise & judgment and judgment of youre 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 drug.

Diphenhydramine - oral

(dye-fen-hi-druh-meen)

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

Sleeping tablet Usage: this tablet provides relief about symptoms of 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 of certain psychiatric drugs.

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

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

Sleeping tablet Precautions: do not take for several days before allergy testing as test results can be affected. Tell you're healthcare professional some 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 seated or lying position slowly to avoid dizziness. Use caution in performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake or another sedating medications to avoid excessive drowsiness. don't give regular tablets or oral liquid to a child younger than 6 years of age unless directed to do so by doctor. it drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your doctor. Because it pill appears in breast milk, consult youre healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Sleeping tablet drug interactions: Tell your physician of all prescription & nonprescription medications you may use, especially about: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, med for depression, anti-seizure meds, narcotic pain pill (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. money the labels on all your medicines because they may also contain diphenhydramine. it 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.

Sleeping tablet 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, & seizures. in children, excitement may occur first followed by loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss about consciousness, & seizures.

Sleeping tablet special notes: do not share it product with others.

If you missed Sleeping tablet dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost clock for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume you're usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.

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

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

Active Ingredients : Diphenhydramine