What is Dimedrol?

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Dimedrol is a drug that most people have heard of at least once. But not everyone knows the effects of Dimedrol and how to use it.

1. What is Dimedrol?

Dimedrol belongs to the group of antihistamines and anti-allergics. The main active ingredient of Dimedrol is Diphenhydramine, which has antihistamine, sedative, antiemetic and antispasmodic effects.
The effect of Dimedrol is used to treat allergic diseases and is an adjunct to Adrenalin and other drugs in anti-anaphylaxis.
Dimedrol is available as an injection with a strength of 1 ml. The usual adult dose of Dimedrol is 10-50mg/day and the maximum dose is 400mg/24 hours.
The usual dose of Dimedrol for children is 5mg/kg/24 hours and the maximum is 300mg/24 hours. The drug will be administered by a medical professional by deep intramuscular or intravenous injection.

2. What side effects can you experience while taking Dimedrol?


Some side effects of Dimedrol drugs such as drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, palpitations and dizziness, constipation.
However, this is not a complete list of the side effects you may experience while using Dimedrol. If you have any questions about the side effects of Dimedrol, consult your doctor.
Because your doctor or medical professional will prescribe and monitor the process of you using Dimedrol, so if you feel abnormal after taking the drug, please notify the medical staff immediately for treatment. timely.

Tác dụng của Dimedrol được sử dụng để điều trị các bệnh do dị ứng
Tác dụng của Dimedrol được sử dụng để điều trị các bệnh do dị ứng

3. Be careful when using Dimedrol


Dimedrol is contraindicated for the following cases:
People with health conditions such as angle-closure glaucoma, urethral-prostate disorders; Children under 2 years old. You also need to be careful when taking Dimedrol if you are in the following cases:
Pregnant women; Elderly people over 60 years old. Currently, there are not enough studies to determine the risks of taking Dimedrol during pregnancy or breast-feeding. Therefore, before taking Dimedrol, always consult with your doctor to weigh the benefits and risks.

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