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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
- do not use this with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
- 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
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis especially in children
- glaucoma
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes mellitus
- may cause excitability especially in children
- may cause marked drowsiness
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
- nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
- cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious conditions
- new symptoms occur
ask a health professional before use.
In case of accidental overdose seek professional help or contact a Poision Control Center immediately.
- do not use this with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
- 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
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis especially in children
- glaucoma
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes mellitus
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
- cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious conditions
- new symptoms occur
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Manufacturer Warnings
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FDA Labeling Changes
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Uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other respiratory allergies:
- runny nose
- itchy, watery eyes
- sneezing
- itching of the nose or throat
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
- nasal congestion
- reduces swelling of nasal passages
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
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Sources
Alahist Lq Manufacturers
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Poly Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Alahist Lq | Poly Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 6 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours.
Children 6 to under 12 years of age:
1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 3 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours.
Children under 6 years of age:
Use is not recommended.
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