Diphenhydramine / Magnesium Salicylate Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 9, 2024.
Applies to the following strengths: 25 mg-580 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Insomnia
Diphenhydramine-magnesium salicylate 25 mg-580 mg oral tablet:
2 tablets orally at bedtime as needed with a full glass of water.
Usual Adult Dose for Pain
Diphenhydramine-magnesium salicylate 25 mg-580 mg oral tablet:
2 tablets orally at bedtime as needed with a full glass of water.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Insomnia
Diphenhydramine-magnesium salicylate 25 mg-580 mg oral tablet:
12 years or older: 2 tablets orally at bedtime as needed with a full glass of water.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain
Diphenhydramine-magnesium salicylate 25 mg-580 mg oral tablet:
12 years or older: 2 tablets orally at bedtime as needed with a full glass of water.
Renal Dose Adjustments
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Liver Dose Adjustments
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Precautions
Should not be used for children and teenagers for chicken pox or flu symptoms because of Reyes Syndrome.
Dialysis
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