Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5mg, phenylephrine HCl 5mg; per 5mL; alcohol- and sugar-free; grape flavor; contains sodium 13mg/5mL.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine + sympathomimetic.
How Supplied
Liq—4oz
Manufacturer
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Indications
Indications
Rhinorrhea and congestion.
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Dosage and Administration
Adult
10mL every 4hrs.
Children
<6yrs: individualize. 6–11yrs: 5mL. Repeat every 4hrs as needed.
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Contraindications
Contraindications
During or within 14 days of MAOIs. Concomitant diphenhydramine products (including topicals).
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Glaucoma. GI or GU obstruction. Diabetes. Thyroid disease. Sodium-restricted diet.
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Interactions
Interactions
Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase the pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Alcohol, other CNS depressants potentiated. Guanethidine, other antihypertensives antagonized.
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Drowsiness, anticholinergic effects, dizziness, nervousness, insomnia, excitability in children.
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Clinical Trials
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Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Note
Not Applicable
Children’s Benadryl-d Allergy/sinus Liquid Patient Counseling
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