Diphenhydramine overdose

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Diphenhydramine overdose

Definition

This article discusses poisoning from taking a large amount (overdose) of diphenhydramine, which is found in various over-the-counter allergy and sleep medicines.

Alternative Names

Benadryl overdose; Sominex overdose; Nytol overdose

Poisonous Ingredient

Diphenhydramine

Where Found

The ingredient diphenhydramine may be found in the following products:

Benadryl
Nytol
Sominex

This list is not all-inclusive.

Review Date: 10/31/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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