Benaxil Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Diphenhydramine HCl

Indications/Uses

Symptomatic relief of conditions including urticaria & angioedema, rhinitis & conjunctivitis, & in pruritic skin disorders.

Dosage/Direction for Use

10-50 mg IM/IV, max: 400 mg in 24 hr.

Overdosage

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Contraindications

Asthma attacks, pulmonary emphysema, dyspnea, glaucoma & low urinary obstruction. Peptic ulcer. Convulsions & epilepsy. Childn <12 yr.

Special Precautions

Severe myasthenia gravis. Prolonged use. Insomnia. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery.

Drug Interactions

CNS depressants, MAOIs & alcohol; anticholinergics.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antihistamines & Antiallergics

ATC Classification

R06AA02 - diphenhydramine ; Belongs to the class of aminoalkyl ethers used as systemic antihistamines.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Benaxil soln for inj 50 mg/mL

Packing/Price

1 mL x 10 × 1's

Benaxil