PediaCare Children's Allergy

Name: PediaCare Children's Allergy

PediaCare Children's Allergy Overview

PediaCare Children's Allergy is a brand name medication included in the following groups of medications: Aminoalkyl ethers, Antihistamines for topical use. For more information about PediaCare Children's Allergy see its generic Diphenhydramine

Manufacturer

  • Blacksmith Brands, Inc.

  • McNeil Consumer Healthcare Div of McNeil-PPC, Inc.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since diphenhydramine is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What should I avoid while taking PediaCare Children's Allergy (diphenhydramine)?

This medication may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of diphenhydramine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, cough, allergy, or sleep medicine. Antihistamines are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of this type of medicine. Check the label to see if a medicine contains an antihistamine.

For the Consumer

Applies to diphenhydramine: oral capsules and tablets, parenteral injection

Side effects include:

Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, epigastric distress, thickening of bronchial secretions.

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