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M-Dryl

DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Standard Dose
Directions take every 4 to 6 hours use an accurate measuring device to administer this Medication children under 2 years do not use do not use children 2 to 5 years ask a doctor children 6 years to under 12 years 5 mL (1 tsp) to 10 mL (2 tsp); not more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours adults and children 12 years and over 10 mL (2 tsp) to 20 mL (4 tsp); not more than 120 mL (24 tsp) in 24 hours
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat
Summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat Dosage and administration Directions take every 4 to 6 hours use an accurate measuring device to administer this Medication children under 2 years do not use do not use children 2 to 5 years ask a doctor children 6 years to under 12 years 5 mL (1 tsp) to 10 mL (2 tsp); not more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours adults and children 12 years and over 10 mL (2 tsp) to 20 mL (4 tsp); not more than 120 mL (24 tsp) in 24 hours Warnings and cautions 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 glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

When using this product 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.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: sneezing runny nose itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat Dosage and administration Directions take every 4 to 6 hours use an accurate measuring device to administer this Medication children under 2 years do not use do not use children 2 to 5 years ask a doctor children 6 years to under 12 years 5 mL (1 tsp) to 10 mL (2 tsp); not more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours adults and children 12 years and over 10 mL (2 tsp) to 20 mL (4 tsp); not more than 120 mL (24 tsp) in 24 hours Warnings and cautions 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 glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product 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.

Monitoring

  • 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 glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
  • When using this product 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.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.