Doxylamine

What it does

Nighttime sleep-aid

How to take it

• adults and children 12 years of age and over: take one tablet 30 minutes before going to bed; take once daily or as directed by a doctor
• children under 12 years of age: do not use

While you are taking it

• avoid alcoholic beverages
• do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery
• take only at bedtime

Side effects, and when to stop

• sleeplessness persists continuously for more than two weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness.

Who should not take it

• in children under 12 years of age
• with any other product containing doxylamine
• unless you have time for a full night’s sleep

What to say before you start

• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
• glaucoma
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

taking

• a sedative or any other sleep-aid
• tranquilizers
• any other antihistamines
• any other drugs

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

ask a health professional before use.

Keeping it away from children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Doxylamine succinate 25 mg

Use

• helps to reduce difficulty in falling asleep