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Banophen
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE
- Labeler
- Unit Dose Services
- Label updated
- 2017-11-07
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Active Ingredient (in each banded capsule)
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg
Purpose
Antihistamine
Use
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, watery eyes
- itchy throat and nose
- Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold
- runny nose
- sneezing
WARNINGS
Do not use
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• to make a child sleepy -
• with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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• glaucoma -
• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis -
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
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• 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
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
- Take every 4-6 hours
- Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | Take 1 capsule (50 mg) |
| children under 12 years of age | ask a doctor, the proper dosage strength is not available in this package** |
| **Do not attempt to break capsules. The proper dosage strength and dosing information for children under 12 years of age is available on the 25 mg package. | |
Other Information
- Store at room temperature, USP.
- Do not use if either capsule band or imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing
- Protect from moisture
- Contains lactose
Inactive Ingredients
D&C Red #28, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, Gelatin, Lactose and Starch.
Questions?
Questions or comments? (800) 616-2471
Distributed by
MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS
17177 N Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233,
Livonia, MI 48152
HOW SUPPLIED
Product: 50436-3762
NDC: 50436-3762-1 30 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE CAPSULE BANOPHEN (DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE) CAPSULE
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DailyMed Set ID: 0e06dca9-485a-4367-bcfa-07e0cc27c128 · Version 7
NDC: 50436-3762