Sominex Drug Information
Generic name: DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL
Uses of Sominex
Use Helps to reduce difficultly falling asleep
Dosage & Administration of Sominex
adults and children 12 years and older : take 1 caplet at bedtime if needed, or as directed by your doctor
Side Effects of Sominex
When using this product
avoid alcoholic beverages be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery drowsiness will occur
Stop use and ask a doctor if
sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness.
Warnings & Cautions for Sominex
Do not use in children under 12 years of age with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin with other antihistamines 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 tranquilizers When using this product avoid alcoholic beverages be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery drowsiness will occur Stop use and ask a doctor if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 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 o verdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Drug Interactions with Sominex
Pregnancy Safety for Sominex
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Sominex
in children under 12 years of age with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin with other antihistamines
Overdosage Information for Sominex
Keep out of reach of children. In case of o verdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) 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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