Leader Allergy Capsules Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each capsule)
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 25 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold:
- runny nosesneezing
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies:
- runny nosesneezingitching of the nose or throatitchy watery eyes.
Warnings
- 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
- difficulty in urination due to an enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking tranquilizers or sedatives.
When using this product
- excitability may occur, especially in children
- drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- use caution when operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
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 | take 1 or 2 tablets |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | take 1 tablet |
| children under 6 years of age | consult 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 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) in a dry place
- protect from light
- do not use if red band around capsule is broken or missing