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Overdose
Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms
Contraindications
No information provided.
Undesirable effects
When using this product:
- marked drowsiness may occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
- excitability may occur, especially in children
- be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Therapeutic indications
40 Winks® Allergy (diphenhydramine) Uses
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itchy, watery eyes
- itching of the nose or throat
- temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold:
Name of the medicinal product
40 Winks
Qualitative and quantitative composition
Diphenhydramine
Special warnings and precautions for use
WARNINGS
Alcohol warning: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. PRECAUTIONS
No information provided.
Dosage (Posology) and method of administration
Directions
- do not use more than directed (see OVERDOSE warning)
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 25 mg to 50 mg (1 to 2 capsules). |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 12.5 mg ** to 25 mg (1 capsule). |
| children under 6 years of age | consult a doctor |
**12.5 mg dosage strength is not available in 40 Winks (diphenhydramine) ® Allergy Kapseals® Capsules.
Other information
- store at 59° to 77°F in a dry place
- protect from light
