Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride and Acetaminophen

Brand names: Vicks ZzzQuil Night Pain, CVS Nighttime Sleep Aid, RiteAid Nighttime Sleep Aid

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning : This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if ▪ adult takes more than 4 doses (30 mL each) in 24 hrs., which is the maximum daily amount for this product ▪ taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen ▪ 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy Alert : Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: ▪ skin reddening ▪ blisters ▪ rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away Do not use ▪ with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. ▪ for children under 12 years of age ▪ with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin. Ask a doctor before use if you have • liver disease • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • glaucoma • difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin • taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product • avoid alcoholic beverages • drowsiness will occur • do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days • new symptoms occur • Sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness. These could be signs of a serious condition. 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 at 1-800-222-1222. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Uses

Uses ▪ for the temporary relief of occasional minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness.

Dosage forms & strengths

LIQUID TABLET, COATED
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE 50 mg/30mL ACETAMINOPHEN 1000 mg/30mL DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE 25 mg/1 ACETAMINOPHEN 500 mg/1

Directions ▪ take only one dose (30 mL) per day (24 hours) ▪ Only use dose cup provided adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL at bedtime children under 12 yrs do not use

Ingredients

Active:

Active ingredients (in each 30 mL) Acetaminophen 1000 mg Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg

Inactive:

Inactive ingredients citric acid, flavors, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, glycerin, potassium citrate, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose.

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Official source

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