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Sleep Aid

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Allegiant Health
Label updated
2021-10-14
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active ingredient(s)

Diphenhydramine HCl 50mg


Purpose

Nighttime sleep aid

Use(s)

for relief of occasional sleeplessness

Warnings

Do not use

for children under 12 years of age 

  • with any other products containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin  

Ask a doctor before use if

  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • glaucoma
  • 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

avoid alcoholic drinks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.


Pregnancy/Breastfeeding

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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 softgel (50mg) at bedtime if needed, or as directed by a doctor

Other information
  • do not use if imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing 
  • store at room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) and avoid excessive heat
Inactive ingredients

FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, white ink

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DailyMed Set ID: 9a0b347e-5719-42f3-9050-df5165495e88 · Version 2
NDC: 69168-917