Sleep-ettes D

Sleep-ettes D is an antihistamine that treats sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Sleep-ettes D is also used to help with motion sickness, to help you sleep, and to treat some symptoms of Parkinson's disease. This sleep aid is not for use in children younger than 12 years old.

There are many brands and forms of diphenhydramine available. Not all brands are listed in this leaflet.

Sleep-ettes D may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Sleep-ettes D is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.

Taking too much Sleep-ettes D can lead to serious heart problems, seizures, coma, or death.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving Sleep-ettes D to a child. Do not use the medicine only to make a child sleepy. Death can occur from the misuse of antihistamines in very young children.

For motion sickness, take Sleep-ettes D 30 minutes before you will be in a situation that causes you motion sickness (such as a long car ride, airplane or boat travel, amusement park rides, etc). Continue taking this medicine with meals and at bedtime for the rest of the time you will be in a motion-sickness situation.

As a sleep aid, take Sleep-ettes D within 30 minutes before bedtime.

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.

Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Remove an orally disintegrating tablet from the package only when you are ready to take the medicine. Place the tablet in your mouth and allow it to dissolve, without chewing. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves.

Call your doctor if the condition you are treating with Sleep-ettes D does not improve, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

Do not use Sleep-ettes D for longer than 2 weeks to treat sleep problems, or longer than 7 days to treat cold or allergy symptoms.

Sleep-ettes D can affect the results of allergy skin tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Sleep-ettes D.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Use Sleep-ettes D exactly as directed. Taking too much Sleep-ettes D can lead to serious heart problems, seizures, coma, or death.

Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy. Sleep-ettes D sleep aid medicine is not for use in children younger than 12 years old.

You should not use Sleep-ettes D if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had:

• an enlarged prostate or problems with urination;
• asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or any other breathing issues;
• glaucoma; or
• a thyroid disorder.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Sleep-ettes D may slow down breast milk production.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Sleep-ettes D may lead to serious side effects. Stop using Sleep-ettes D and contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

• severe drowsiness; or
• painful or difficult urination.

Older adults may be more likely to experience side effects like dry mouth, constipation, and confusion.

Common side effects of Sleep-ettes D may include:

• drowsiness;
• dry eyes, blurred vision;
• dry mouth, nose, or throat;
• less urination;
• constipation;
• feeling restless or excited (especially in children); or
• daytime drowsiness or a "hangover" feeling after using it at night.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since Sleep-ettes D is taken as needed, you might not have a regular dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it's almost time for your next dose, just skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Taking too much diphenhydramine can be deadly.

Symptoms of an overdose may include vomiting, confusion, severe drowsiness, ringing in your ears, not being able to urinate, very dry eyes and mouth, dilated pupils, fast heartbeats, tremors, agitation, hallucinations, or seizures.

Do not drive or engage in activities that require alertness until you know how Sleep-ettes D will affect you. Your reactions might be affected.

Drinking alcohol can make some side effects of diphenhydramine worse.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine that may have Sleep-ettes D in it. This includes medicines for sleep, cold/allergy symptoms, or anti-itch medicine for the skin. Taking too much of this medicine may lead to a deadly overdose.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Sleep-ettes D with any other medicines, especially those that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you begin or stop using. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.