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BENADRYL PERFECT MEASURE
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Drug Name:

BENADRYL PERFECT MEASURE OTC

Generic Name and Formulations:
Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5mg/5mL; pre-filled single use spoons; cherry flavor; alcohol-free; contains sodium 15mg/5mL.

Company:
McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals

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Indications for BENADRYL PERFECT MEASURE:

Symptoms of upper respiratory allergies. Rhinorrhea/sneezing due to common cold.

Adult Dose for BENADRYL PERFECT MEASURE:

25–50mg every 4–6 hours; max 300mg/day.

Children's Dose for BENADRYL PERFECT MEASURE:

<6years: individualize. 6–12years: 12.5–25mg every 4–6 hours; max 150mg/day.

See Also:

BENADRYL ALLERGY

BENADRYL ALLERGY CHEWABLES

BENADRYL ALLERGY LIQUID

BENADRYL INJECTION

Pharmacological Class:

Antihistamine.

Contraindications:

Neonates. Premature infants. Acute asthma. Concomitant diphenhydramine products (including topicals).

Warnings/Precautions:

Asthma and lower respiratory disorders. Glaucoma. Hyperthyroidism. Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. GI or urinary obstruction. Sodium-restricted diet. Children. Pregnancy (Cat.B in 3rd trimester): not recommended. Nursing mothers.

Interactions:

Potentiates CNS depression with alcohol, other CNS depressants. Potentiates anticholinergic effects with MAOIs.

Adverse Reactions:

Drowsiness, dizziness, anticholinergic effects, excitability in children.

How Supplied:

Caps—24, 48; Tabs—24, 48, 100; Dye-free softgels—24; Chewable—24; Allergy Liq—4oz, 8oz; Dye-free Liq—4oz; Pre-filled spoons (5mL)—10; Inj Vial (10mL)—1; Amp (1mL) or syringe (1mL)—10