Diphenhydramine HCl

Generic: DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL

Over-the-Counter DrugORAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
Diphenhydramine HCl
Generic Name
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL
Manufacturer
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
ORAL
Application Number
1059b55b-c218-843f-e063-6294a90af2fe

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

Uses temporarily relives symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat temporarily relives these symptoms due to the common cold: runny nose sneezing

Warnings

Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product marked drowsiness mau occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when d...

Read full warnings

Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product marked drowsiness mau occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children If pregnant or brest-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

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