diphenhydramine hcl (Banophen) Drug Information

Banophen

diphenhydramine hcl

D&C RED NO. 28

FD&C BLUE NO. 1

FD&C RED NO. 40

GELATIN

LACTOSE MONOHYDRATE

ANHYDROUS LACTOSE

STARCH, CORN

DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE

DIPHENHYDRAMINE

CPC;836

Active Ingredient (in each banded capsule)

Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Use

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies

runny nose
sneezing
itchy, watery eyes
itchy throat and nose
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold
- runny nose
- sneezing

Do not use

to make a child sleepy
with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin

Do not use

to make a child sleepy
with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin

Ask a doctor before use if you have

glaucoma
a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist

before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

marked drowsiness may occur
avoid alcoholic drinks
alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
excitability may occur, especially in children

If pregnant or breast-feeding

ask a health professional before use.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Take every 4-6 hours
Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours

Other Information

Store in a dry place at 15° – 30°C (59° – 86°F).
Do not use if either capsule band or imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing
Protect from moisture
Contains lactose

Inactive Ingredients

D&C Red #28, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, Gelatin, Lactose and Starch.

Questions?

Questions or comments?1-800-231-4670

Distributed by: MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS

Indianapolis, IN 46268

(800) 616-2471

www.majorpharmaceuticals.com

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Major

NDC 0904-5307-80

BENOPHEN

Complete Allergy Medication

Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg

ANTIHISTAMINE
For the temporary relief from symptoms of:
Upper Respiratory Allergies Hay Fever

1000 CAPSULES

Each Capsule Individually Banded For Your Protection

THIS LARGE PACKAGE SIZE FOR DISPENSING PURPOSE ONLY

Major Label

adults and children 12 years of age and over	Take 1 capsule (50 mg)
children under 12 years of age	ask a doctor, the proper dosage strength is not available in this package**
**Do not attempt to break capsules. The proper dosage strength and dosing information for children under 12 years of age is available on the 25 mg package.

Banophen (diphenhydramine hcl) capsule