Diphenhydramine HCl (Benadryl): Information and dosage chart - 09/2010

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Diphenhydramine HCl (Benadryl): Information and dosage chart

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Abstract

This handout for parents gives information, side effects, and a dosage chart for the antihistamine diphenhydramine HCl (Benadryl). This type of medicine prevents allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, and rashes or hives.

Author

Pediatric Care Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2010

Revision Date

09/2010

Print Abstract

General Subject

Childhood Growth & Development

Drug Therapy

Immunologic Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Side Effects

Antihistamines

Children

Anaphylaxis

Languages

English

Record ID

3766