"Diphenhydramine", the instruction of which will be presented in this article, is one of the main drugs that block H1 receptors. It is an antihistamine that has a local sedative effect, similar to the effect of antipsychotics on the body. In some doses, this drug acts as a sleeping pill.
It should be said that Diphenhydramine is used topically, rectally, intravenously or intramuscularly. It can be produced in the form of creams or ointments, drops for the eyes or nose. Usually it is a bitter tasting powder that dissolves easily in water and alcohol.
Consider what constitutes and how to use this medicinal product.
The first thing you need to pay attention to is that Diphenhydramine, however, like all other medicines, should be taken only after a doctor’s appointment, since self-medication can negatively affect health.
"Diphenhydramine" (tablets) begins to show its effect within fifteen to thirty minutes. It is well absorbed and after one hour reaches its maximum effect, while its duration is four to six hours. It should be remembered that the drug is widely distributed throughout the body, including, it passes into breast milk. In the liver, it breaks down into metabolites and, over time (up to forty-eight hours), Diphenhydramine is excreted from the body unchanged in the urine.
The use of the drug "Diphenhydramine" (instructions).
This drug is used internally - fifty milligrams up to three times a day, children two to six years old - twenty-five milligrams, children six to twelve years old - fifty milligrams every eight hours. The course of treatment is ten to fifteen days.
Contraindications to the use of this drug are: early childhood, pregnancy, lactation, hypersensitivity, gastric ulcer, glaucoma, bronchial asthma.
An overdose of Diphenhydramine can cause the following reactions: facial flushing, central nervous system excitement, difficulty breathing, dry mouth, children may develop seizures and even death. Therefore, "Diphenhydramine" should be used with caution, the instruction in this case says that in case of an overdose it is necessary to induce vomiting, rinse the stomach and consume activated charcoal, respiration and blood pressure should also be controlled.
With extreme caution, the drug should be used for people who have increased intraocular pressure, hyperthyroidism, heart and vascular diseases, as well as people in old age. In addition, it is not recommended to drink alcohol during the treatment period, since depression of the central nervous system can be observed.
To date, the following release forms of the drug are known: one percent solution in ampoules (Diphenhydramine ), tablets 0.02-0.05 grams, candles with the drug 0.005-0.02 grams, gels and pencils.
Interacting with sleeping pills, tranquilizers and alcohol, Diphenhydramine will increase central nervous system depression.
It is necessary to store the drug in a well-closed container to prevent moisture and light from entering, and candles should be stored in a cool, dry place.
Thus, "Diphenhydramine", the instruction of which was examined above, has an antiemetic, anesthetic, anti-allergic, antispasmodic and hypnotic effect. It is effective in the treatment of urticaria, conjunctivitis, allergies, colds, sleep disorders, tissue and skin injuries, seasickness, dermatoses, iridocyclitis, serum sickness, parkinsonism and much more. This drug is highly effective, it is only necessary to strictly adhere to the instructions for its use.