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DIPHENHYDRAMINE
Product:
DIPHENHYDRAMINE
Formulary:
Generic Formulary
Category:
Allergy & Immunology
Sub Group:
ANTI ALLERGICS
International Brand Name:
Benadryl,Nytol,Unison,Dimedrol
Dosages:
25 MG; 12.5 mg/ ml
Unit of Packing:
SG Capsule
In treatment of:
Symptomatic relief of Llergic conditions including Rhinitis and Chronic Urticaria;Angioedema,Conjunctivitis
Adverse Effects:
Headache Dry mouth Rash Thrombocytopenia Anaemia Anorexia Insomnia Confusion Dizziness Fatigue Nausea Abdominal pain Urine retention Thickening of bronchial secretions.
Contraiindication:
Hypersensitivity to Diphenhydramine ;.Porphyria.
Special Precaution:
Hypertension Asthma Hyperthyroidism Angle closure glaucoma Prostatic hyperplasia Urinary tract obstruction Use with caution while operating machine, driving vehicle or activities requiring mental alertness
Interaction:
Incompatibility reported with amphotericin, cephalothine sodium, hydrocortisone, sodium succinate, some soluble barbiturates, some contrast media.
Servings:
Adult: 25 - 50 mg 3 - 4 times daily. Dosage should be individualised according to the needs and the response of the patient; Nonproductive cough: 100 mg / day in 4-6 times daily. Insomnia: 50 mg at bed time Children above 12 years: 25 - 50 mg 3 - 4 times daily. Dosage should be individualised according to the needs and the response of the patient Nonproductive cough: 100 mg / day in 4-6 divided dose Insomnia: 50 mg at bed time Children age 2 -12 years: 12.5 - 25 mg 3 - 4 times daily. Dosage should be individualised according to the needs and the response of the patient. Maximum dose: 300mg / day Nonproductive cough: 6.25 - 12.5 mg in 4-6 times daily. Dosage should be individualised according to the needs and the response of the patient
