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Sleep Aid

Generic: Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride

OTC
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Sleep Aid is a medication that helps relieve occasional sleeplessness and makes it easier to fall asleep if you have trouble doing so. It works by calming your mind and body, helping you relax and drift off to sleep. You should take it as a liquid, using the provided dose cup, with a starting dose of 30 mL once a day at bedtime, and you should not exceed this amount. It's important to note that this medication should not be given to children under 12 years old or used with any other products that contain diphenhydramine, which is an ingredient found in some allergy medications and sleep aids.
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Uses

  • Relief of occasional sleeplessness.
  • Reduces time to fall asleep.
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Dosage

Take only one dose (30 mL) per day.
Adults and children 12 years and older: 30 mL at bedtime if needed or as directed by a doctor.
Do not use in children under 12 years.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

DrowsinessDry mouthDizzinessHeadacheNausea
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Do not use for children under 12 years of age.
  • Do not use with any other product containing diphenhydramine.

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