acetaminophen and diphenhydramine HCl

FDA Drug Profile — PANADOL PM

Drug Details

Generic Name
acetaminophen and diphenhydramine HCl
Brand Names
PANADOL PM
Application Number
M013
Sponsor
Haleon US Holdings LLC
NDC Codes
2
Dosage Forms
TABLET, FILM COATED
Routes
ORAL
Active Ingredients
ACETAMINOPHEN, DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Indications and Usage

Uses temporary relief of occasional headaches and minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness

Warnings

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin in children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis liver disease difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland glaucoma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product drowsiness will occur avoid alcoholic beverages do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness. any new symptoms appear redness or swelling is present pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.