Diphenhydramine
Information about Diphenhydramine
Diphenhydramine uses
Diphenhydramine is used in the treatment of nasal allergy symptoms, motion sickness and insomnia.
How diphenhydramine works
Diphenhydramine is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.
Common side effects of diphenhydramine
Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dryness in mouth, Blurred vision, Confusion, Convulsion, Difficulty in paying attention, Difficulty in urination, Fatigue, Headache, Hypersensitivity, Urinary retention, Muscle twitching, Palpitations, 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, Eczematous eruptions, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Paradoxical reactions, Depression, Sleep disturbance, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Involuntary muscle movement, Tachycardia, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
Available Medicine for Diphenhydramine
Expert advice for Diphenhydramine
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Diphenhydramine, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Frequently asked questions for Diphenhydramine
Diphenhydramine
Q. Is diphenhydramine a blood thinner/narcotic/water soluble?
No, it is an antihistaminic drug and not a blood thinner or narcotic
Q. Is Diphenhydramine Hcl the same as Benadryl?
Benadryl is a trade name of product containing the drug Diphenhydramine
Q. Is diphenhydramine hydrochloride/Benadryl safe?
It is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor