Diphenydramine HCl Oral Solution, USP
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)
Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nosesneezingitchy, watery eyesitching of the nose or throat
Warnings
Do not use
- to make a child sleepy
- with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Ask a doctor before use if the child has
- a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis
- glaucoma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is
taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
- marked drowsiness may occur
- sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- excitability may occur, especially in children
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
| children under 2 years | do not use |
| children 2 to 5 years | do not use unless directed by a doctor |
| children 6 to 11 years | 5 mL to 10 mL |
- find right dose on chart below
- mL = milliliter
- take every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor
- do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours
Other information
- each 5 mL contains: sodium 10 mg
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Protect from light. Store in outer carton until contents used.
Inactive ingredients
citric acid anhydrous, glycerin, flavoring, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, sodium citrate, sorbitol.