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Allergy ReliefExtra Strength

Dosage form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Labeler
CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED
Label updated
2026-01-27
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine 

Uses
  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
    • runny nose
    • itchy, watery eyes
    • sneezing
    • itching of the nose or throat
  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold:
    • runny nose
    • sneezing
Warnings

Do not use

  • 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 enlargement of the prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

When using this product

  • excitability may occur, especially in children
  • marked drowsiness may occur
  • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
  • avoid alcoholic beverages
  • use caution 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
  • do not take more than directed
  • do not take more than 6 times in 24 hours
  • adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years: do not use
Other information
  • each caplet contains: calcium 50 mg
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN
  • protect from moisture
  • store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients

croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, talc

Questions or comments?

1-800-426-9391

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NDC 51316-799-08

CVS

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Extra Strength
ALLERGY RELIEF

Diphenhydramine HCl, 50 mg
Antihistamine

Compare to the active ingredient in
Benadryl® Allergy Extra Strength*

24
CAPLETS

Relief of: Itchy & watery eyes,
Runny nose, Itchy throat,
Sneezing

Ages
12 Years
& Over

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PACKAGE IS
OPENED OR IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN
OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Kenvue Inc., owner
of the registered trademark Benadryl® Allergy Extra Strength.
50844   ORG022579908

Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895
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[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 4f33c1fb-150b-4083-a9a4-c0fbab4b6133 · Version 2
NDC: 51316-799