Motrin PM and Phenylephrine and triprolidine

• 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.

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

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

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

• Generic Name: phenylephrine / triprolidine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Prohist LQ, Histex PE, Histex-PE

Triprolidine 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.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

The combination of phenylephrine and triprolidine is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Phenylephrine and triprolidine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.