Label: BANOPHEN- diphenhydramine hcl capsule

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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Updated March 28, 2025

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  • Active Ingredient (in each banded capsule)
    Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg
  • Purpose
    Antihistamine
  • Use
    Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies - • runny nose - • sneezing - • itchy, watery eyes - • itchy throat and nose - • Temporarily relieves these ...
  • WARNINGS
    Do not use - • to make a child sleepy • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
  • Ask a doctor before use if you have
    • glaucoma • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist
    before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
  • When using this product
    • marked drowsiness may occur • avoid alcoholic drinks • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or ...
  • If pregnant or breast-feeding
    ask a health professional before use.
  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
    In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
  • Directions
    • Take every 4-6 hours - • Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours - adults and children 12 years of age and over - Take 1 capsule (50 mg) children under 12 years of age - ask a doctor ...
  • Other Information
    • Store at room temperature, USP. • Do not use if either capsule band or imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing - • Protect from moisture - • Contains lactose
  • Inactive Ingredients
    D&C Red #28, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, Gelatin, Lactose and Starch.
  • Questions?
    Questions or comments? (800) 616-2471
  • Distributed by
    MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS 17177 N Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152 Repackaged By: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. NDC 68788-7830
  • PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
    Diphenhydramine HCL Capsules USP 50mg
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    Product Information
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