Dexamol PM

used to treat runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and pain or fever caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. This medication is also used to treat night time pain and help you sleep.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM) is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.

Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM) and Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is a combination medicine used to treat headache, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and pain or fever caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM) and Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Usual Adult Dose for Insomnia:

Note: Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is generally dosed based on the Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) component to equal 50 mg of Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) (76 mg Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) citrate) at bedtime.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) comes in several different dosages (500 mg-25 mg, 650 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-38 mg, 500 mg-12.5 mg, 1000 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-50 mg, 325 mg-12.5 mg) and is available as liquid, caplets, geltabs, and gelcaps. The manufacturer of these products generally advises 2 dosage units at bedtime or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Usual Adult Dose for Pain:

Note: Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is generally dosed based on the Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) component to equal 50 mg of Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) (76 mg Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) citrate) at bedtime.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) comes in several different dosages (500 mg-25 mg, 650 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-38 mg, 500 mg-12.5 mg, 1000 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-50 mg, 325 mg-12.5 mg) and is available as liquid, caplets, geltabs, and gelcaps. The manufacturer of these products generally advises 2 dosage units at bedtime or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Usual Adult Dose for Headache:

Note: Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is generally dosed based on the Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) component to equal 50 mg of Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) (76 mg Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) citrate) at bedtime.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) comes in several different dosages (500 mg-25 mg, 650 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-38 mg, 500 mg-12.5 mg, 1000 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-50 mg, 325 mg-12.5 mg) and is available as liquid, caplets, geltabs, and gelcaps. The manufacturer of these products generally advises 2 dosage units at bedtime or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Insomnia:

Greater than or equal to 12 years:

Note: Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is generally dosed based on the Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) component to equal 50 mg of Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) (76 mg Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) citrate) at bedtime.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) comes in several different dosages (500 mg-25 mg, 650 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-38 mg, 500 mg-12.5 mg, 1000 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-50 mg, 325 mg-12.5 mg) and is available as liquid, caplets, geltabs, and gelcaps. The manufacturer of these products generally advises 2 dosage units at bedtime or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain:

Greater than or equal to 12 years:

Note: Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is generally dosed based on the Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) component to equal 50 mg of Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) (76 mg Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) citrate) at bedtime.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) comes in several different dosages (500 mg-25 mg, 650 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-38 mg, 500 mg-12.5 mg, 1000 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-50 mg, 325 mg-12.5 mg) and is available as liquid, caplets, geltabs, and gelcaps. The manufacturer of these products generally advises 2 dosage units at bedtime or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Headache:

Greater than or equal to 12 years:

Note: Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) is generally dosed based on the Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) component to equal 50 mg of Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) (76 mg Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) citrate) at bedtime.

Acetaminophen (Dexamol PM)-Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) comes in several different dosages (500 mg-25 mg, 650 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-38 mg, 500 mg-12.5 mg, 1000 mg-50 mg, 500 mg-50 mg, 325 mg-12.5 mg) and is available as liquid, caplets, geltabs, and gelcaps. The manufacturer of these products generally advises 2 dosage units at bedtime or as directed by a healthcare professional.

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What is the most important information I should know about Dexamol PM?

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Use Dexamol PM as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Dexamol PM may be taken with or without food.
• Swallow Dexamol PM whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
• If you miss a dose of Dexamol PM and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dexamol PM.

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What other drugs will affect Dexamol PM?

If you are taking this medication under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: antihistamines applied to the skin (such as Diphenhydramine (Dexamol PM) cream, ointment, spray), ketoconazole, MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine).

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness, including alcohol, other antihistamines, drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, and narcotic pain relievers (such as codeine).

Antihistamines are ingredients found in many nonprescription products and in some combination prescription medications. Check the labels on all your medicines (especially cough-and-cold products) because they may also contain an antihistamine. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.

This medication may interfere with certain medical/laboratory tests (such as urine 5-HIAA, allergy skin tests), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

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What are the possible side effects of Dexamol PM?

Dizziness, drowsiness, constipation, stomach upset, blurred vision, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has prescribed this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (such as confusion), trouble urinating.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.