Diaphenhydramine
(Benadryl)
INDICATIONS:
- Anaphylaxis
- Allergic reactions
- Urticaria
- Extrapyramidal reaction
DOSAGE:
ADULT:
PEDIATRIC:
- 1 mg/kg IV/IM; maximum 30 mg
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Asthma
- COPD
- Pregnancy
- Nursing mothers
- Acute glaucoma
SIDE EFFECTS:
- Sedation
- Dries bronchial secretions
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Palpitations