Nytol Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Nytol 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. By doing so Nytol relieves red, itchy eyes and the redness and swelling from hives and other rashes that are caused by allergic reactions. Nytol also relieves the sneezing, coughing, runny or stuffy nose, and other symptoms of seasonal allergies and the common cold with drying and sedative effects. Nytol is also used in patients Parkinson's disease, to treat allergic reactions to blood transfusions, insomnia and motion sickness. Main ingredient in Nytol is Diphenhydramine.

Nytol Side Effects

Nytol side effects include dizziness, excessive calm, dry mouth increased chest congestion, drowsiness, and upset stomach. Rare Nytol 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. Seniors are more likely to experience Nytol side effects of lightheadedness, extreme calm, and low blood pressure. Antihistamines like Nytol can make adults less alert and may cause excitability, in young children.

Nytol Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Nytol 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.

NYTOL WARNING AND CAUTION

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

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

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

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

Nytol should not be used in newborn or premature infants.

NYTOL OVERDOSE

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

NYTOL INTERACTION

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Nytol.

Check with your doctor before combining Nytol with the following:

Antidepressant (MAO) inhibitors
Sedative
Tranquilizers and sleeping pills

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

NYTOL DOSES

Nytol 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

NYTOL AND PREGNANCY

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

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