Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms, insect stings, motion sickness, travel anxiety, and other conditions.
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Banophen Diphenhydramine HCl Capsules for Dogs & Cats - 50mg (1000 caps) (Manufacturer may vary) - [Allergy Medicine]
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Description
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. Diphenhydramine is used to treat allergic reactions, atopic dermatitis, or itchy skin, motion sickness, vomiting, coughing, or anxiety. Histamines are chemicals that are released in the body in response to inflammation or allergies. When histamines attach to H-1 receptors in the body, it causes the blood vessels to widen which leads to swelling and itchiness. Diphenhydramine blocks the effects of histamines, reducing inflammation and itchiness.
Key Benefits
- Relieves coughing
- Effectively relieves allergy symptoms and itching caused by insect bites
- Helps heart beat more efficientlyCan be used as a sedative to treat motion sickness or travel anxiety
How It Works
Diphenhydramine comes in 25 mg minitabs or 50 mg capsules, and is a generic version of Benadryl. As an antihistamine, it counteracts the effect of histamine, which causes symptoms like itching and sneezing.
Indications
Diphenhydramine HcL is an ethanolamine derivative H1 receptor antihistamine, with secondary sedative, anticholinergic, antitussive, and antiemetic effects. In other words, this drug blocks the part of the brain that responds to allergens (histamine), relaxes them, keeps them from coughing, and prevents nausea. Most offten used in pets that suffer from seasonal allergies, this medication is helpful when dealing with rashes, like pruritus or insect bites, or when dealing with motion sickness. Available in multiple strengths (prescription and OTC) and as a tablet or an injectable, there are a number of different ways to optimize the way your pet receives their treatment depending on their condition.
Ingredients
| Active Ingredients (per Minitab): | |
|---|---|
| Product | Active Ingredients |
| Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg Minitab | Diphenhydramine 25 mg |
| Other Ingredients (per capsule): Corn starch, D&C red #27, Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Talc, Titanium Dioxide. | |
| Active Ingredients (per capsule): | |
| Product | Active Ingredients |
| Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg Minitab | Diphenhydramine 50 mg |
| Other Ingredients (per capsule): Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Croscamellose Sodium, D&C Red #28, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #3, FD&C Red #40, Gelatin, Lactose, Magnesium Stearate. May also contain Polysorbate 80 and iron oxide. | |
Directions
- Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms, insect stings, motion sickness, travel anxiety and other conditions.
- It is available over-the-counter (OTC) as 25 mg tablets and 50 mg capsules.
- Diphenhydramine should not be used in dogs or cats that are pregnant or nursing.
Tip: The slow release capsule should NOT be mixed or dissolved in food. Do not use sinus or cold medications containing diphenhydramine in your pet.
| Diphenhydramine (Generic Benadryl) Dosage for Cats | |
|---|---|
| Weight | Dosage |
| All weights | Give 0.5-2 mg/lb of pet's body weight every 8-12 hours |
| Diphenhydramine (Generic Benadryl) Dosage for Dogs | |
| Weight | Dosage |
| All weights | Give 0.5-2 mg/lb of pet's body weight every 8-12 hours |
Cautions:
This medication should not be used in pregnant or nursing animals. Do not use the diphenhydramine available in combination with sinus or cold medicines in your pet.
Possible side effects:
Side effects of diphenhydramine include drowsiness, dry mouth and urinary retention. Rarely, vomiting and diarrhea can occur.
Storage:
Store this medication at room temperature, away from excess heat, light and moisture. Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store this medication at room temperature, away from excess heat, light, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Keep medication away from children and pets.
FAQ
Diphenhydramine comes in 25 mg minitabs or 50 mg capsules. As an antihistamine, it counteracts the effect of histamine, which causes symptoms like itching and sneezing.
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms, insect bites or stings and other causes of itching. It is also used for its sedative and antiemetic effects in the treatment of motion sickness and travel anxiety. It is also used for its antitussive effect. Diphenhydramine is a non-prescription (OTC) product available as 25 mg minitabs and 50 mg capsules.
Tell your veterinarian if your pet is allergic to diphenhydramine or other antihistamines. Also tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating, or has history of glaucoma, prostate disease, urinary obstruction, or high blood pressure. Always tell your veterinarian and pharmacist what other medications your pet is taking.
Oral diphenhydramine is not FDA-approved for use in veterinary medicine; however, it is a commonly accepted practice to use this medication in dogs and cats. The usual dose in dogs and cats is 0.5-2 mg/lb every 8-12 hours. The slow release capsule should not be mixed or dissolved in food.
Side effects of diphenhydramine include drowsiness, dry mouth and urinary retention. Rarely, vomiting and diarrhea can occur.
Give the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give your pet two doses at once.
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room. Symptoms of overdose can include seizures, extreme drowsiness, coma, respiratory depression, and death.
Do not give other sinus or cold medicines containing diphenhydramine to your pet while giving Diphenhydramine.
Use with caution when given with other CNS (central nervous system)-depressant drugs such as tranquilizers or barbiturates.
