Vicks ZzzQuil Nighttime Sleep-Aid LiquiCaps, 24 Count

Product overview

This sleep aids product is from Vicks and is supplied in a 24 count format.

Active ingredients

(per LiquiCap): 25 mg Diphenhydramine HCI USP (Sleep Aid)

Ingredients

Medicinal Ingredient (per LiquiCap): 25 mg Diphenhydramine HCI USP (Sleep Aid) Non-Medicinal Ingredients: FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, Gelatin, Glycerin, Polyethylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sorbitol Sorbitan Solution, Titanium Dioxide

Directions

Take only one dose per day (24 hours) - See Warnings. Use dose cup provided or tablespoon. Adults & Children 12 yrs & over: 30 mL (2 tablespoons) at bedtime if needed or as directed by a doctor. Children under 12 yrs: DO NOT USE. If persistent drowsiness is experienced with the 50 mg dose (2 tablespoons), the dosage should be reduced to 25 mg (1 tablespoon)

Warnings and precautions

Do NOT use: for children under 12 years of age, with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin. Do not use with NyQuil, with other drugs that cause drowsiness such as antihistamines and nighttime cold/flu products. Do not use if you have: a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis, glaucoma, difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland, heart disease, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless directed by a physician. For occasional use only. Do not exceed recommended dose except on the advice of a physician. If sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks, consult a physician. Insomnia may be a symptom of serious underlying medical illness. If you are presently taking a prescription drug or other medication, do not take this product without first consulting a physician or pharmacist. Not to be used by elderly patients who experience confusion at nighttime. These drugs may produce excitation rather than sedation in the elderly. Therefore they should be avoided in this age group. Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this product.

Important information

Read and follow the complete product label before use. Use only as directed. Speak with a pharmacist or other qualified health professional if you have questions about whether this product is appropriate for you.