Diphenydramine Hydrochloride
Brand names: Nighttime Sleep Aid
Warnings
Warnings Do not use ■ in 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 ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ glaucoma ■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostrate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product ■ avoid alcoholic drinks ■ drowsiness will occur ■ do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Overdose warning : In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Uses
Uses ■ for relief of occasional sleeplessness
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions Do not take more than directed. See overdose warning adults and children 12 years and over take 2 caplets at bedtime if needed, or as directed by a doctor children under 12 years do not use
Ingredients
Active ingredient (in each caplet) Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg
Inactive ingredients carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide