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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.

Uses of Benadryl Soft Gelatin Capsule


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
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.
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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE
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Multidryl 25mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
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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

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I have cough and fever in this rainy season which medicines i should take
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
paracetamol 500 mg twice dailly and syrup benadryl 15ml twice daily for 4 days
Having cough along with phelgu
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
azithromycin 500 mg once daily for 3 daysbenadryl 5ml thrice daily for 5 days
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References

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Marketer details

Name: Johnson & Johnson Ltd
Address: Corporate Communications, Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060

Importer details

Name: Heisenberg
Address: 308 Negra Arroyo Lane, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver BENADRYL 25 MG SOFT GELATIN CAPSULE. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
32.97
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 soft gelatin capsules in 1 strip
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