Children’s BENADRYL® Chewables Allergy Relief Tablets Antihistamine Allergy Medicine for Kids
Give your children effective allergy relief from symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies with this over-the-counter BENADRYL® chewable allergy medicine for kids. With a kid-friendly grape-flavor, each chewable tablet contains 12.5 mg of diphenhydramine HCl, an antihistamine for allergic reactions that helps kids feel better from hay fever and other upper respiratory allergy symptoms including: runny nose, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes, and itching throat or nose.
Active Ingredients
Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg (in each tablet)
Antihistamine
Product Details
Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
Runny nose
Sneezing
Itchy, watery eyes
Itching of the nose or throat
Take every 4 to 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor.
Do not take more than 6 times in 24 hours.
Age | Dosage |
---|---|
Adults and children 12 years and over | 2 to 4 chewable tablets (25 mg to 50 mg) |
Children 6 to 11 years | 1 to 2 chewable tablets (12.5 mg to 25 mg) |
Children 2 to 5 years | Do not use unless directed by a doctor |
Children under 2 years | Do not use |
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:
A breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
Glaucoma
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 alcohol 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 healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
This website contains current product information and may differ from the information on the product packaging you may have. If you have any questions, please contact the Consumer Care Center (CCC) at 1-877-717-2824.
Use only as directed. Do not use more than one BENADRYL® diphenhydramine product at the same time.
Store between 20-25˚C (68-77˚F). Avoid high humidity. Protect from light.
Do not use if carton or blister unit is opened or broken/unsealed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can obtain more information about BENADRYL® by talking to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., by clicking Contact Us or calling toll-free 1-877-717-2824.