Benadryl CR Syrup

Diphenhydramine hydrochloride + Ammonium chloride + Sodium citrate + Menthol (strengths vary by batch/label; refer pack for exact mg per 5 ml)

Symptomatic relief of cough associated with common cold/allergy, throat irritation, and chest congestion with mucus; helps relieve runny nose and sneezing due to allergy/cold.

Diphenhydramine is a first‑generation H1 antihistamine that reduces allergy symptoms and has a cough-suppressant/sedative effect. Ammonium chloride acts as an expectorant to loosen mucus, sodium citrate helps reduce throat irritation by alkalinising secretions, and menthol provides a cooling, soothing effect.

Oral syrup. Shake well before use and measure with a dosing cup/spoon. Take as advised by a doctor; commonly taken 2–3 times daily. Can be taken with or without food; if stomach upset occurs, take after food. Avoid driving/operating machinery due to drowsiness.

Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, nausea, stomach upset, thickened bronchial secretions

May cause marked drowsiness—avoid driving, alcohol and other sedatives. Use with caution in glaucoma, enlarged prostate/urinary retention, asthma/COPD, liver disease, and in elderly (higher risk of confusion/falls). Not recommended for children below the age advised on the label/doctor due to risk of excessive sedation and breathing problems. Do not use for persistent/chronic cough (smoking, asthma) unless advised by a doctor. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist >3–5 days, high fever, wheeze, or thick green/bloody mucus occurs.

Alcohol, benzodiazepines and other CNS depressants (additive sedation), MAO inhibitors (increased anticholinergic/CNS effects), other antihistamines/cold-cough products (duplicate therapy), anticholinergics (increased dry mouth/urinary retention), opioids (increased sedation/respiratory depression)

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light. Keep bottle tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

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