Generic for DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Disintegrant
A cross-linked form of povidone used as a superdisintegrant. Same polymer allergy concern as povidone.
Filler/Sweetener
A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and bulking agent. Can cause osmotic diarrhea in sensitive individuals.
Sweetener/Coating
Common table sugar. Problematic for individuals with sucrose intolerance or congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency.
pH Adjuster/Buffer
Coating/Binder
Binder/Coating
Lubricant
Filler/Binder
Sweetener
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Crospovidone | Disintegrant | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| Mannitol | Filler/Sweetener | ⚠️ Yes — Mannitol |
| Sucrose | Sweetener/Coating | ⚠️ Yes — Sucrose |
| Anhydrous Citric Acid | pH Adjuster/Buffer | No |
| Cherry | — | No |
| D&C Red No. 7 | — | No |
| Ethylcellulose | Coating/Binder | No |
| Hydroxypropyl Cellulose | Binder/Coating | No |
| Magnesium Stearate | Lubricant | No |
| Microcrystalline Cellulose | Filler/Binder | No |
| Sucralose | Sweetener | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
1 ingredient may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride that avoid allergens found in this formulation.