Diphenhydramine + Allantoin topical

Indications

Temporarily relieves pain and itching, insect bites, minor skin irritations, sunburn, rashes, minor burns, cuts or scrapes

Adult Dose

Itching Temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with insect bites, minor skin irritations, sunburn, rashes, or minor burns, cuts, or scrapes Apply to affected area PRN; not to exceed 3-4 applications/day

Child Dose

Itching Temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with insect bites, minor skin irritations, sunburn, rashes, or minor burns, cuts, or scrapes <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established >2 years: Apply to affected area PRN; not to exceed 3-4 applications/day

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity

Precautions

Do not use more than directed Do not use large areas of the body Do not use with other diphenhydramine products, including oral products Do not use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns Do not use on serious sunburn or broken, blistered or oozing skin Advise patient to contact physician if condition worsens or symptoms persist beyond 7 days

Pregnancy-Lactation

C Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk

Mechanism of Action

Diphenhydramine: Histamine H1-receptor antagonist; elicits topical anesthetic effects Allantoin: Skin protectant

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