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Benadryl Extra Strength Itch Cooling

Generic: Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride And Zinc Acetate

OTC
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Benadryl Extra Strength Itch Cooling is a spray that helps relieve pain and itching from insect bites, minor burns, sunburn, skin irritations, cuts, scrapes, and rashes caused by poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. It works by cooling the skin and reducing irritation. For adults and children aged 2 years and older, it should be sprayed on the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day. It's important to avoid using it on large areas of the body or with other products that contain diphenhydramine, which is the active ingredient in this medication. Always keep it away from fire or flames, and if swallowed, seek medical help immediately.

Uses

  • pain and itching from insect bites. minor burns. sunburn. minor skin irritations. minor cuts. scrapes. rashes from poison ivy. rashes from poison oak. rashes from poison sumac.

Dosage

Adults and children 2 years and older: spray on affected area 3 to 4 times daily.
Children under 2 years: ask a doctor.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

Side effects

Common

Stop use if condition worsensStop use if no improvement in 7 daysSymptoms persist for more than 7 daysSymptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • For external use only.
  • Flammable; keep away from fire or flame.
  • Do not use on large areas with diphenhydramine.
  • Ask a doctor before use on chicken pox or measles.
  • Avoid contact with eyes.
  • Keep out of reach of children.

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).