OTC: Benadryl Sleep

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Do you have trouble sleeping at night? Diphenhydramine is sold over the counter and is used for allergies and as a sleep aid.

Diphenhydramine comes in a tablet, capsule, liquid, or chewable tablet form.

Diphenhydramine is an anticholinergic sedating agent that helps you sleep, and is for patients diagnosed with insomnia. It is taken at a dose of 25 mg before bedtime. Patients should follow the instructions on the product’s packaging unless otherwise instructed by their doctor or pharmacist.

Side effects of diphenhydramine include sleepiness, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, low blood pressure, sweating, and others. Diphenhydramine, sold under many brand names such as ZzzQuil or Benadryl, should not be taken by children under 2 years old, taken with caution in children younger than 6 and the elderly, and for those who have medical conditions such as glaucoma. If you have any health conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

You should also tell your doctor or pharmacist if you’re allergic to diphenhydramine, or if you experience shortness of breath, wheezing, cough, or swelling when taking it. Be sure to let them know what other medications you are taking, including over the counter medications.

In summary, diphenhydramine is medication used for sleep that helps with cases of acute insomnia, and works to reduce allergy. See your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to the ingredients or have symptoms of allergy when taking this, and check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking this with other prescription or over the counter medications.

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