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diphenhydramine HCl

n brand names: Benadryl, Sominex Formula 3;
drug class: antihistamine, H₁ receptor antagonist;
action: acts on blood vessels and gastrointestinal and respiratory systems by competing with histamine for H₁-receptor sites; decreases allergic response by blocking histamine;
uses: allergy symptoms, rhinitis, motion sickness, antiparkinsonism, nighttime sedation, infant colic, nonproductive cough.

In this way it administers a measured dose of Diphenhydramine HCL (active ingredient) to the soft palate where it is easily and quickly absorbed into the system providing a safe, good tasting, fast action sleep inducer.

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