Relieving cold and flu symptoms such as minor aches and pains, fever, headache, sore throat, muscle aches, sneezing, and runny nose. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine is an antihistamine and analgesic combination. Diphenhydramine causes drowsiness to help you fall asleep. Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine works in certain areas of the brain and nervous system to decrease pain.
Important safety information:
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Avoid alcohol while you are using Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine. Check with your doctor before you use medicines that may cause drowsiness while you are using Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
If your symptoms do not get better within 5 to 7 days or if they get worse, check with your doctor.
If sore throat lasts more than 2 days or fever lasts more than 3 days, or if they get worse, check with your doctor.
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine may harm your liver. Your risk may be greater if you drink alcohol while you are using Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine. Talk to your doctor before you take Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine or other fever reducers if you drink more than 3 drinks with alcohol per day.
A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine has Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine and diphenhydramine. Before you start any new prescription or nonprescription medicine, check the label to see if it has Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine or diphenhydramine in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine may interfere with skin allergy tests. If you are scheduled for a skin test, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine for a few days before the tests.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Use Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine while you are pregnant. It is not known if Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine.
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Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth, nose, or throat; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); dark urine or pale stools; difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe or persistent loss of appetite; stomach pain; tremor; trouble sleeping; unusual fatigue; vision changes; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine?
Use Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine by mouth with or without food.
If you miss a dose of Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine.
Who should not take Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine?
Some medical conditions may interact with Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have alcoholism or if you consume 3 or more alcohol-containing drinks every day
if you have a fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; liver problems (eg, hepatitis); or kidney problems
if you have a history of asthma; lung problems (eg, emphysema); heart problems; high blood pressure; diabetes; heart blood vessel problems; stroke; glaucoma; a blockage of your stomach, bladder, or intestines; ulcers; trouble urinating; an enlarged prostate; seizures; or an overactive thyroid
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Furazolidone, isoniazid, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), sodium oxybate (GHB), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because they may increase the risk of acetaminophen/diphenhydramine's side effects
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because they may increase the risk of acetaminophen/diphenhydramine's side effects, such as bleeding
Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol) and hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Acetaminophen/ diphenhydramine be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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