MedDataToolBenadryl Allergy Ultratab
Generic: Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride
Antihistamine✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Benadryl Allergy Ultratab is a medication that helps relieve symptoms from hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes. It works by blocking certain natural substances in the body that cause these allergy symptoms. You can take it in tablet form every 4 to 6 hours, with a starting dose of 1 to 2 tablets for adults and children aged 12 and older, but you should not take more than 6 tablets in a day. It's important to know that this medication can cause drowsiness, so you should avoid alcohol while using it. Additionally, if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers, it's best to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.
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Uses
- runny nose due to hay fever. sneezing due to hay fever. itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever. itching of the nose or throat due to hay fever. runny nose due to common cold. sneezing due to common cold.
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Dosage
Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 to 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours.
Children 6 to under 12 years: 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours.
Do not take more than 6 times in 24 hours.
Children under 6 years: do not use.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
Marked drowsiness may occurExcitability may occurespecially in children
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Do not use to make a child sleepy.
- Do not use with any other product containing diphenhydramine.
- Ask a doctor before use if you have breathing problems, glaucoma, or trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate.
- Be careful when driving or operating machinery due to drowsiness.
- If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
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Drug interactions
- Alcoholincreases drowsiness riskMonitor
- Sedativesincreases drowsiness riskMonitor
- Tranquilizersincreases drowsiness risk.Monitor
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).