Diphenhydramine / Naproxen Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 9, 2024.
Applies to the following strengths: 25 mg-220 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Insomnia
Initial dose: 2 caplets at bedtime
Maximum dose: 2 caplets in 24 hours
Use: To relief occasional sleeplessness associated with minor aches
Usual Adult Dose for Pain
Initial dose: 2 caplets at bedtime
Maximum dose: 2 caplets in 24 hours
Use: To relief occasional sleeplessness associated with minor aches
Usual Pediatric Dose for Insomnia
For children over 12 years old.
Initial dose: 2 caplets at bedtime
Maximum dose: 2 caplets in 24 hours
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain
For children over 12 years old.
Initial dose: 2 caplets at bedtime
Maximum dose: 2 caplets in 24 hours
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available.
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available.
Precautions
US FDA requires a medication guide to assure safe use. For additional information: www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/medication-guides
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 12 years; this drug is not recommended for use in these patients.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available.
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Do not take more than directed.
- Take with a full glass of water.
- This drug may take longer to work if administered with food.
Storage requirements:
- Keep outer carton.
- Store at 20 to 25C (68 to 77F), avoiding high humidity and excessive heat (above 40C or 104F).
Patient advice:
- Talk to your doctor before using if you have allergies to other pain medications.
- Do not take unless you have time for a full night sleep.
- Talk to your doctor before using if you have a history of heartburn, stomach bleeding, high blood pressure, heart disease, liver or kidney disease, asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, glaucoma or trouble urinating.
- Do not take if you are already taking other sedatives or tranquilizers or any other antihistamines.
- This drug will make you drowsy. Avoid driving and other activities that require your full attention.
- Stop using immediately and contact your doctor if you feel faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools, have stomach pain that does not improve, or difficulty swallowing.
- Talk to your doctor if your sleeplessness persists after 2 weeks.
- In case of overdosage get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
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