Banophen
diphenhydramine hcl · Capsule · Oral, Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient (in each banded capsule) Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg
Purpose
Purpose Antihistamine
Uses
Use Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itchy throat and nose Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold runny nose sneezing
Warnings
Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
Do not use to make a child sleepy with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
When using this product marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions Take every 4-6 hours Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours adults and children 12 years of age and over Take 1 capsule (50 mg) children under 12 years of age ask a doctor, the proper dosage strength is not available in this package** **Do not attempt to break capsules. The proper dosage strength and dosing information for children under 12 years of age is available on the 25 mg package.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients D&C Red #28, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, Gelatin, Lactose and Starch.
Questions?
Questions? Questions or comments?1-800-231-4670
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Major Pharmaceuticals (revised Feb 20, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride in 9 products
- Zinc Acetate in 1 product
Banophen NDC products (9)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50090-5546 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | A-S Medication Solutions | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 63629-9451 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg/1 Capsule | Bryant Ranch Prepack | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 71335-0081 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg/1 Capsule | Bryant Ranch Prepack | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0904-5307 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg/1 Capsule | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0904-5354 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 2 g/100g; Zinc Acetate .1 g/100g Cream | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0904-5551 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68788-7830 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 50 mg/1 Capsule | Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 71205-611 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Proficient Rx LP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 83112-555 | Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Health Department, Oklahoma State | UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER |
Frequently asked questions
What is Banophen used for?
Use Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itchy throat and nose Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold runny nose sneezing
Who makes Banophen?
Banophen is listed by 6 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including A-S Medication Solutions, Bryant Ranch Prepack, Major Pharmaceuticals, Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc..