Diphenhist 12.5 Mg In 5 Ml Oral Solution
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 5mL teaspoonful)
Diphenhydramine HCl USP 12.5 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, water eyes
- itchy nose or throat
Warnings
Do not use with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- glaucoma
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
- you may get very drowsy
- 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 breast-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 right away.
Directions
- take every 4 – 6 hours
- do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours
| adults and children 12 years and over | 2 - 4 teaspoonfuls |
| children 6 to under 12 years | 1 - 2 teaspoonfuls |
| children under 6 | do not use |
Other information
-
each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains:
sodium 5 mg - store between 20°-25° C (68°-77°F)
- protect from light. Store in outer carton until contents used
Inactive ingredients
artificial cherry flavor, citric acid, D&C red #33, FD&C red #40, glycerin, polysorbate 20, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol solution
Questions or comments?
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Diphenhist ®
ORAL SOLUTION
Diphenydramine HCI, USP
Antihistamine
For Temporary Relief of
Symptoms of Upper
Respiratory Allergies
and Hay Fever
4 fl oz
(118 mL)