How is Diphenhydramine and Ibuprofen Oral Route dosed?
The recommended dose for adults and children aged 12 years and above is 2 tablets taken at bedtime. Each tablet contains 38 mg diphenhydramine and 200 mg ibuprofen. The maximum dosage in 24 hours is 2 tablets. For children younger than 12 years, the dose should be determined by a healthcare professional.
What is the dosage form of Diphenhydramine and Ibuprofen Oral Route?
This medication is available in tablet form. Each tablet contains 38 mg of diphenhydramine and 200 mg of ibuprofen. It is recommended to take two tablets at bedtime for trouble sleeping caused by minor aches and pains, and to help fall asleep and stay asleep. Children younger than 12 years of age should use and follow the dose determined by their doctor.
How is Diphenhydramine and Ibuprofen Oral Route administered?
This medication is administered orally through tablets. For trouble sleeping caused by minor aches and pains, adults and children 12 years of age and older are advised to take 2 tablets at bedtime, each containing 38 mg of diphenhydramine and 200 mg of ibuprofen. The dosage for children younger than 12 years of age must be determined by a doctor. It is important to follow the instructions and not exceed the recommended dose of 2 tablets within 24 hours.
What are common precautions when taking Diphenhydramine and Ibuprofen Oral Route?
Common precautions when taking this medication include:
- Allergies: Inform your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines. Also, let your healthcare professional know if you have other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
- Pediatric: The appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of this medicine in children younger than 12 years old. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Geriatric
- Breastfeeding: There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
- Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently taking, including prescription, over-the-counter medicines, and herbal supplements. Drug interactions may occur, and your doctor may need to adjust the dosage or monitor you more closely.
- Nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain: These side effects may be more common in children and adolescents. Contact your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen.
- Heart or blood vessel problems: This medicine may make these conditions worse. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart problems, such as chest pain (angina) or heart attack, or if you have had a stroke.
- High blood pressure: Ibuprofen may increase your blood pressure. Contact your doctor if you experience dizziness or lightheadedness, or if your blood pressure readings are abnormal.
- Stomach problems: This medicine may cause stomach problems, such as stomach pain, heartburn, or indigestion. If these symptoms persist or worsen, contact your doctor.
- Proper use: Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of it, and do not take it more often than recommended. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication.