Paxidorm

Paxidorm

diphenhydramine

Manufacturer:

Norma

Distributor:

Polymedic
Full Prescribing Info
Contents
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride.
Description
Each tablet contains Diphendydramine HCl 25 mg.
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride is an antihistamine with sedative properties.
Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: Lactose, corn starch, polyvinylpyrolidone, magnesium stearate, opaseal, sucrose, calcium carbonate, talc, acacia, carnauba wax, beeswax, silicone fluid and colourings E171 and E127.
Indications/Uses
Paxidorm helps relieve temporary sleeplessness.
Dosage/Direction for Use
1 or 2 tablets half an hour before retiring or after retiring when sleep is not readily achieved.
Overdosage
If patient had taken too much Paxidorm, consult physician or hospital immediately.
Contraindications
Patient should not use Paxidorm if patient is sensitive to any of the ingredients or is suffering from porphyria.
Special Precautions
Do not take with alcohol.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
If sleepiness persist, consult the physician.
If patient is taking any other sleep aids or drugs for the relief of anxiety; pregnant or trying to become pregnant or are breast feeding; suffering from prostatic hypertrophy, epilepsy, glaucoma or liver disease. Effects on the Ability to Drive or Operate Machinery: Causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery.
Use in children: Not recommended for children under the age of 16.
Side Effects
Paxidorm may cause some minor unwanted side effects. These can include: Dryness of the mouth; dizziness, nausea, difficulty in passing water, allergic reactions such as skin rash, spontaneous bruising or bleeding.
If these effects are severe or persist for more than a few days then discontinue use of Paxidorm and consult physician. If patients experiences any unexpected side effects not mentioned previously, consult physician.
Storage
Store below 30°C.
MIMS Class
Hypnotics & Sedatives
ATC Classification
R06AA02 - diphenhydramine ; Belongs to the class of aminoalkyl ethers used as systemic antihistamines.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Paxidorm tab 25 mg
Packing/Price
20's
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