Diphenhydramine Hcl And Phenylephrine Hcl

FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Allergy Plus Sinus Relief

Brand Names
Allergy Plus Sinus Relief
Route
ORAL
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG

What Is Diphenhydramine Hcl And Phenylephrine Hcl Used For?

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: nasal congestion runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold: nasal congestion runny nose sneezing temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure

Dosage and Administration

Directions do not take more than directed adults and children 12 years and over take 1 tablet every 4 hours do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years: do not use

Warnings and Precautions

Warnings Do not use if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease diabetes high blood pressure difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma thyroid disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur 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.

About This Information

This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.

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