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Diphenhydramine HCL

Dosage form
CAPSULE
Labeler
A-S Medication Solutions
Label updated
2023-12-04
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each capsule)

Diphenhydramine HCL 25 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Uses:

Temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with the common cold, hay fever, or other respiratory allergies.

  • sneezing
  • nasal congestion
  • runny nose
  • itchy, watery eyes
Warnings:

Do not use
  • With any other product containing Diphenhydramine HCL, including one applied topically.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

If you have

  • trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland
  • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • glaucoma
  • if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
  • aAvoid alcoholic drinks.
  • marked drowsiness may occur.
  • excitability may occur, especially in children.
  • 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:

  • Take every 4-6 hours
  • Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours.
Adults and children 12 years or over 1 to 2 capsule                                     
Children 6 to under 12 years 1 capsule
Children under 6 years ask a doctor

Other information:
  • Store at room temperature 15-30  degrees C (59-86 degrees F)
  • Protect from excessive moisture
Inactive ingredients: Black Iron Oxide, D & C Red #28, FD & C Blue #1, FD & C Red #40, Gelatin, Lactose Monohydrate, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

HOW SUPPLIED

Product: 50090-5744

NDC: 50090-5744-1 28 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE

DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: a5809774-ed52-4f54-b48e-888631e0223d · Version 6
NDC: 50090-5744