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BENADRYL® Allergy Liquid Elixir

BENADRYL® Liquid Elixir  provides fast, effective symptom relief from allergies and allergic reactions. It’s available in a liquid format for flexible dosing.

  • 100mL bottle

Product Details

Temporarily relieves symptoms of seasonal and year-round allergies:

  • Skin Itch

  • Hives

  • Sneezing

  • Itchy Throat

  • Itchy, runny nose

  • Itchy, watery eyes

Active Ingredient

Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 12.5 mg/5 mL or 1 teaspoonful (tsp.)

Active Ingredient Purpose

Antihistamine

Inactive Ingredients

Alcohol, FD&C Red No. 2, Flavours (orange, clove, coriander, cinnamon, anethole), Sugar, Water

Children under 6 years of age: Use Children’s BENADRYL® Liquid

Children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1-2 tsp. (5-10 mL) every 4-6 hours. Do not exceed 8 tsp. (40 mL) in 24 hours.
Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 2-4 tsp. (10-20 mL) every 4-6 hours. Do not exceed 16 tsp. (80 mL) in 24 hours.

Other Information

  • Read the complete label before use and follow all directions

  • Do not use if band on the cap and/or seal over the bottle opening is missing or broken

  • Store at 15 to 30°C

  • Protect from freezing.

*Seek medical attention if you are experiencing a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction, as BENADRYL® is not indicated for such use.

Do not use

  • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin

  • more than the recommended dosage or use for prolonged periods of time except on the advice of a doctor

  • if you are allergic to diphenhydramine or to any other ingredients in this product.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you

  • have glaucoma

  • have breathing problem such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis or chronic asthma

  • have difficulty with urination due to an enlargement of the prostate gland

  • have a cough that is accompanied by excessive secretions

  • are taking other antihistamines, sedatives or tranquilizers

  • are pregnant or breastfeeding.

When using this product

  • marked drowsiness may occur

  • excitability may occur, especially in children

  • alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

  • do not drive, operate machinery or engage in activities requiring mental alertness

  • avoid alcoholic drinks.

Stop use and ask a doctor if  symptoms worsen, last for more than 7 days or if new symptoms occur.

Keep out of reach of children.  In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or get medical help right away.

Where can I find more information?

You can obtain more information about BENADRYL® by talking to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also contact us at Kenvue Canada Inc. by clicking Contact Us below or contacting our call center at 1-800-661-4659.

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