Banophen Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Banophen is an antihistamine which blocks the release of histamine, a chemical in the body that narrows air passages in the lungs and causes inflammation during allergy reaction. Main ingredient in Banophen is Diphenhydramine. By doing so Banophen relieves red, itchy eyes and the redness and swelling from hives and other rashes that are caused by allergic reactions. Banophen also relieves the sneezing, coughing, runny or stuffy nose, and other symptoms of seasonal allergies and the common cold with drying and sedative effects. Banophen is also used in patients Parkinson's disease, to treat allergic reactions to blood transfusions, insomnia and motion sickness.

Banophen Side Effects

Banophen side effects may include dizziness, excessive calm, dry mouth increased chest congestion, drowsiness, and upset stomach. Rare Banophen side effects may include confusion, blurred vision, constipation, diarrhea, excitation, fatigue, difficult urination, headache, hives, hypersensitivity to light, irregular heartbeat, loss of appetite, low blood pressure, nausea, rash, ringing in the ears, stuffy nose, tightness of chest, vertigo, and vomiting. Antihistamines like Banophen can make adults less alert and may cause excitability in young children. Seniors are more likely to experience lightheadedness, extreme calm, and low blood pressure.

Banophen Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Banophen side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Banophen Overdose

Symptoms of Banophen overdose include aggression, confusion, severe drowsiness, dilated pupils, seizures, flushing and upset stomach. In case of Banophen overdose, seek medical attention right away.

BANOPHEN WARNING AND CAUTION

Avoid using Banophen if you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to antihistamines.

Avoid using Banophen or other antihistamines if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, peptic ulcer or other stomach problems, enlarged prostate, or difficulty urinating.

Use Banophen with care if you have a history of asthma, emphysema, thyroid disease, high blood pressure, or heart disease.

Banophen can cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery until you know how you respond to Banophen.

Banophen should not be used in newborn or premature infants.

BANOPHEN INTERACTION

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Banophen.

Check with your doctor before combining Banophen with the following:

Antidepressant (MAO) inhibitors
Sedative
Tranquilizers and sleeping pills

Herbs like catnip, gotu kola, kava, ginseng, St. John's wort and others.

BANOPHEN DOSES

Banophen should not be used in newborn or premature infants.

For Allergy
Adults and Children 12 and older: 25-50 mg every 4-6 hours

For Insomnia
Adults and Children 12 and older: 25-50 mg at bedtime

For Cough
Adults and Children 12 and older: 25 mg every 4 hours
Children 6-12 years: 12.5 mg every 4 hours
Children 2-6 years: 6.25 mg every 4 hours

BANOPHEN AND PREGNANCY

Consult your doctor before using Banophen during pregnancy especially during the last trimester.

Antihistamine like Banophen is not recommended for nursing mothers. Switch to bottle-feed while taking Banophen.
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