Amerisource Bergen Allergy Capsules Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 25 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, watery eyes
- itchy nose or throat
- temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold:
- runny nose
- sneezing
Warnings
Do not use
- with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
- to make a child sleepy
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
- glaucoma
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking tranquilizers or sedatives
When using this product
- excitability may occur, especially in children
- marked drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
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.
Directions
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 1 or 2 capsules |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 1 capsule |
| children 4 to under 6 years of age | do not use unless directed by a doctor |
| children under 4 years of age | do not use |
- take every 4 to 6 hours, not more than 6 doses in 24 hours
Other information
- store at room temperature (59°-86°F)
- protect from moisture
Inactive ingredients
benzyl alcohol, butylparaben, D&C red no. 28, D&C yellow no. 10, edetate calcium disodium, edible ink, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C blue no. 2, FD&C red no. 40, gelatin, lactose, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium propionate