Monograph Details
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Allergic Disorders
> Allergies
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BENADRYL PERFECT MEASURE |
| Manufacturer |
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McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Antihistamine. |
| Generic Name |
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Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5mg/5mL; pre-filled single use spoons; cherry flavor; alcohol-free; contains sodium 15mg/5mL. |
| Also |
• BENADRYL ALLERGY
• BENADRYL ALLERGY CHEWABLES
• BENADRYL ALLERGY LIQUID
• BENADRYL INJECTION
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| Indications |
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Symptoms of upper respiratory allergies. Rhinorrhea/sneezing due to common cold. |
| Children |
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<6years: individualize. 6–12years: 12.5–25mg every 4–6 hours; max 150mg/day. |
| Adults |
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25–50mg every 4–6 hours; max 300mg/day. |
| Contraindications |
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Neonates. Premature infants. Acute asthma. Concomitant diphenhydramine products (including topicals). |
| Precautions |
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Asthma and lower respiratory disorders. Glaucoma. Hyperthyroidism. Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. GI or urinary obstruction. Sodium-restricted diet. Children. Pregnancy (Cat.B in 3rd trimester): not recommended. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Potentiates CNS depression with alcohol, other CNS depressants. Potentiates anticholinergic effects with MAOIs. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Drowsiness, dizziness, anticholinergic effects, excitability in children. |
| How Supplied |
Caps—24, 48
Tabs—24, 48, 100
Dyefree softgels—24
Chewable—24
Allergy Liq—4oz, 8oz
Dye-free Liq—4oz
Pre-filled spoons (5mL)—10
Inj Vial (10mL)—1
Amp (1mL) or syringe (1mL)—10 |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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