Diphenhydramine
Brand names: ACETAMINOPHEN / DIPHENHYDRAMINE 500/25 MG, Allergy, Allergy Relief, Banophen, Dimenhydrinate, Diphenhydramine HCL, Diphenhydramine HCL 25 mg, Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg, Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Driminate, Ibuprofen PM, Motion Sickness Relief, Sleep Aid, Nightime Sleep Aid, HISTAPRIN
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Warnings
Do not use: - "to make a child sleepy" - with any other diphenhydramine-containing product, including topical applications Ask doctor before use if you have: - Breathing problems (emphysema/chronic bronchitis) - Glaucoma - Urination difficulties from enlarged prostate When using this product: - "marked drowsiness may occur" - "avoid alcoholic drinks" - Alcohol and sedatives may increase drowsiness - Use caution when driving 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
Uses
25 mg formulation: Temporarily relieves allergy and cold symptoms including "runny nose," "sneezing," and "itchy, watery eyes." 50 mg formulation: Temporarily relieves allergy and cold symptoms including "sneezing," "runny nose," and "itchy, watery eyes."
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions adults and children 12 years and over : one softgel (50 mg) at bed time if needed or as directed by a doctor. children under 12 years: do not use
Ingredients
Active Ingredient (in each softgel) Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg
Inactive Ingredients Blue 1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, propylene glycol, sorbitol, titanium dioxide and water.
All identified pills
PURPLE ROUND · Diphenhydramine
PINK OVAL · Diphenhydramine
2 manufacturers
PURPLE OVAL · Diphenhydramine
PURPLE OVAL · Diphenhydramine
WHITE OCTAGON (8 SIDED) · Diphenhydramine
Side effects
Most common: "marked drowsiness," excitability (especially in children)