Diphenhydramine Hci, Phenylephrine Hcl

Generic Name: diphenhydramine hci, phenylephrine hcl

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Cold And Congestion Childrens Nighttime

Purposes Antihistamine/Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant

Overview

Purposes Antihistamine/Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant

Uses

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms occuring with a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies nasal congestion cough runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat

Dosage

Directions do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period do not exceed recommended dosage measure only with dosing cup provided. Do not use any other dosing device. keep dosing cup with product mL = milliliter age dose adults and children 12 years and over 20 mL every 4 hours children 6 to 11 years 10 mL every 4 hours children under 6 years do not use

Side Effects

When using this product do not use more than directed marked drowsiness may 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

Interactions

Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlem (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that last or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysena. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedatives or tranquilizers

Warnings

Warnings Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlem (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that last or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysena. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not use more than directed marked drowsiness may 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 Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not get better within 7 days or occur with a fever cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away. Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin.

Pregnancy

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Storage

Other information each 10 mL contains: sodium 6mg store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) Do not refrigerate protect from light

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diphenhydramine Hci, Phenylephrine Hcl used for?

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms occuring with a cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies nasal congestion cough runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat

What are the side effects of Diphenhydramine Hci, Phenylephrine Hcl?

When using this product do not use more than directed marked drowsiness may 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

Can I take Diphenhydramine Hci, Phenylephrine Hcl during pregnancy?

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

What are the important warnings for Diphenhydramine Hci, Phenylephrine Hcl?

Warnings Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with too much phlem (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that last or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysena. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not use more than directed marked drowsiness may 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 Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not get better within 7 days or occur with a fever cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away. Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin.

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Medical Disclaimer

This drug information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Drug information is sourced from the FDA National Drug Code Directory and Structured Product Labeling. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.