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Allergy

Dosage form
CAPSULE
Labeler
Mckesson
Label updated
2016-12-17
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active Ingredient

(per capsule)

Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

  • runny nose
  • itching of the nose or throat
  • sneezing
  • itchy, watery eyes

    temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold:

  • runny nose
  • sneezing
Warnings

Do not use

  • to make a child sleepy
  • 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
  • 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

  • you may get very drowsy
  • avoid alcoholic drinks
  • alcohol, sedatives & 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. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions
  • take every 4 to 6 hours
  • do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours
    Age (Yr) Dose (capsules)
    Adults and children 12 years of age and over Take 1 to 2 capsules
    Children 6 to under 12 years of age Take 1 capsule
    Children under 6 years of age do not use
Other Information
  • store at room temperature between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • protect from light and moisture
Inactive Ingredients

Benzyl alcohol, Butyl paraben, D&C red # 28, FD&C blue # 1, FD&C  red # 40, Edible black ink, gelatin, lactose, Magnesium stearate, Methyl paraben, polysorbate 80, Propyl paraben, Purified water, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Starch

Questions or Comments

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[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

NDC 70677-0010-1

DailyMed Set ID: d8c2dc53-7fbd-461c-b0c8-dac14a5d995a · Version 1
NDC: 70677-0010