Advil PM and Pontocaine HCl

• Generic Name: diphenhydramine / ibuprofen
• Dosage Forms: tablet, coated
• Other Brand Names: Advil PM, Advil PM Liqui-Gels, Ibuprofen PM, Motrin PM

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. Antihistamines can cause drowsiness, which can aid in the treatment of occasional sleep problems (insomnia).

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Advil PM is a combination medicine used to treat occasional insomnia associated with minor aches and pains.

Advil PM is not for use in treating sleeplessness without pain, or sleep problems that occur often.

Advil PM may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: tetracaine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Niphanoid, Pontocaine HCl

Tetracaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medicine). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Pontocaine HCl is given as an epidural injection into the spinal column to produce numbness during labor, surgery, or certain medical procedures.

Tetracaine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.