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Diphenhydramine
Medical Definition: | A histamine H1 antagonist used as an antiemetic, antitussive, for dermatoses and pruritus, for hypersensitivity reactions, as a hypnotic, an antiparkinson, and as an ingredient in common cold preparations. It has some undesired antimuscarinic and sedative effects. | |
Also Called: | Allerdryl,Benadryl,Benylin,Dimedrol,Diphenhydramine Citrate (1:1),Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride | |
CAS Type 1 Name: | CAS Number: | 58-73-1 |
Dimenhydrinate - A drug combination that contains DIPHENHYDRAMINE and THEOPHYLLINE. It is used for treating vertigo, motion sickness, and nausea associated with pregnancy. It is not effective in the treatment of nausea associated with cancer chemotherapy. |
Diphenhydramine Medical Definitions and Terms
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