Monograph Details
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Central Nervous System
> Insomnia
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UNISOM SLEEPGELS |
| Manufacturer |
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Chattem Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Hypnotic (anticholinergic). |
| Generic Name |
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Diphenhydramine HCl 50mg; gelcaps. |
| Also |
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• UNISOM SLEEPTABS
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| Indications |
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Short-term (≤ 2 weeks) treatment of insomnia. |
| Children |
Not recommended.
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| Adults |
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50mg at bedtime. |
| Precautions |
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Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Glaucoma. Hyperthyroidism. Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. GI or urinary obstruction. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Potentiates CNS depression with alcohol, other CNS depressants. Concomitant diphenhydramine products (including topicals): not recommended. Additive effects with other other anticholinergics. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Drowsiness, dizziness, anticholinergic effects, paradoxical excitement. |
| How Supplied |
Gelcaps—8, 16, 32, 64
Tabs—8, 16, 32, 48, 64 |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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