Sleep Aid Drug Information
Generic name: DOXYLAMINE SUCCINATE
Uses of Sleep Aid
Use helps to reduce difficulty in falling asleep
Dosage & Administration of Sleep Aid
adults and children 12 years of age and over: take one tablet 30 minutes before going to bed; take once daily or as directed by a doctor children under 12 years of age: do not use
Side Effects of Sleep Aid
When using this product
avoid alcoholic beverages do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery take only at bedtime
Stop use and ask a doctor if
sleeplessness persists continuously for more than two weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness.
Warnings & Cautions for Sleep Aid
Do not use in children under 12 years of age with any other product containing doxylamine unless you have time for a full night’s sleep Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or any other sleep-aid tranquilizers any other antihistamines any other drugs When using this product avoid alcoholic beverages do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery take only at bedtime Stop use and ask a doctor if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than two weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness. 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.
Drug Interactions with Sleep Aid
Pregnancy Safety for Sleep Aid
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Sleep Aid
in children under 12 years of age with any other product containing doxylamine unless you have time for a full night’s sleep
Overdosage Information for Sleep Aid
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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