Diprodin Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Per 5 mL Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg, ephedrine HCl 6 mg

Indications/Uses

Temporary relief of nasal & sinus congestion associated w/ wet cough, common cold & allergic rhinitis.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 2 tsp 4-6 hrly, max: 12 tsp/24 hr. Childn 6-12 yr 1 tsp 4-6 hrly, max: 6 tsp/24 hr, 2-6 yr ½ tsp 4-6 hrly, max: 3 tsp/24 hr.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Special Precautions

Narrow-angle glaucoma, pyloroduodenal obstruction, prostatic hypertrophy, hyperthyroidism, CV disease or HTN, bronchial asthma. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn <2 yr.

Adverse Reactions

Diphenhydramine: Sedation, lassitude, dizziness, hypotension, muscular weakness, GI disturbances, headache, blurred vision, tinnitus, elation or depression, irritability, dry mouth, heaviness & weakness of hands. Ephedrine: Giddiness, sweating, thirst, tachycardia, precordial pain, palpitations, difficulty in micturition, tremors, anxiety, restlessness, insomnia.

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Drug Interactions

CNS depressants eg, barbiturates, hypnotics, narcotic analgesics, alcohol, tranquillisers.

MIMS Class

Cough & Cold Preparations / Antihistamines & Antiallergics

ATC Classification

R06AA52 - diphenhydramine, combinations ; Belongs to the class of aminoalkyl ethers used as systemic antihistamines.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Diprodin elixir

Packing/Price

(strawberry) 100 mL x 1's

Diprodin

Manufacturer:

Kotra Pharma

Distributor:

Kotra Pharma