BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE
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Product introduction
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is an antihistaminic medicine. It is used to treat symptoms of nasal allergy such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, and watery eyes. It may also be used to treat insomnia and motion sickness.
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Uses of Benadryl Soft Gelatin Capsule
- Treatment of Nasal allergy symptoms
- Motion sickness
- Insomnia
Benefits of Benadryl Soft Gelatin Capsule
In Treatment of Nasal allergy symptoms
Allergic reactions often involve the release of histamine, a chemical that leads to itching, redness, and inflammation on the skin. When applied, BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE blocks histamine receptors on the skin cells. By reducing histamine's effects, the medicine helps alleviate the uncomfortable symptoms associated with allergic skin conditions, providing relief from itching and reducing inflammation.
Side effects of Benadryl Soft Gelatin Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Benadryl
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dryness in mouth
- Difficulty in paying attention
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Sedation
- Unsteadiness
- Impaired coordination
- Epigastric pain
- Increased bronchial secretions
- Dry mucous membrane
- Constipation
- Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness)
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Discomfort when urinating
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Double vision
- Diaphoresis
- Erectile dysfunction
- Early menstrual periods
- Decreased appetite
- Allergic sensitization
- Photosensitivity
How to use Benadryl Soft Gelatin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Larger doses or prolonged use of BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Driving
UNSAFE
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethanes derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE
Once A Day
67%
Twice A Day
25%
Thrice A Day
8%
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Marketer details
Name: JNTL Consumer Health (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Address: LBS Marg Mulund (West), Mumbai 40080
Country of origin: India
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