
Daily Medication Pearl: Diphenhydramine (Banophen)
Diphenhydramine (Banophen) temporarily relieves the symptoms of upper respiratory allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.
Medication Pearl of the Day: Diphenhydramine (Banophen)
Indication: Diphenhydramine (Banophen) is an antihistamine that temporarily relieves the symptoms of upper respiratory allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.
Insight:
- Dosing: Take diphenhydramine every 4-6 hours.
- Dosage forms: Capsules
- Adverse events: Drowsiness,
dizziness ,constipation ,stomach upset,blurred vision , ordry mouth /nose/throat may occur. - Mechanism of action: This medication works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that the body makes during an allergic reaction.
- Manufacturer: Johnson & Johnson
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