Extra Strength Itch Relief

Diphenhydramine HCl and Zinc Acetate · Spray · Topical

Over the counter Copper Absorption Inhibitor Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist

Active ingredient

Active ingredients Diphenhydramine HCl 2.0%, Zinc acetate 0.1%

Purpose

​Purpose External analgesic Skin protectant

Uses

​Uses for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with: minor burns sunburn minor cuts scrapes insect bites minor skin irritations rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac

Warnings

​Warnings ​For external use only. Flammable: Keep away from fire or flame. Do not puncture or incinerate. Contents under pressure. Do not store at temperatures above 120ºF. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal. Do not use on large areas of the body with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one taken by mouth Ask a doctor before use on chicken pox on measles When using this product avoid contact with eyes Stop use and ask doctor if conditions worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Do not use

Do not use on large areas of the body with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one taken by mouth

Ask a doctor before use

Ask a doctor before use on chicken pox on measles

When using this product

When using this product avoid contact with eyes

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask doctor if conditions worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days

Keep out of reach of children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Directions do not use more often than directed adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor

Inactive ingredients

​Inactive ingredients aloe barbadensis leaf juice, glycerin, purified water, SD alcohol 40-B, tromethamine

Questions?

​Questions? call 1-866-964-0939

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc (revised Nov 6, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Extra Strength Itch Relief NDC products (2)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
83324-302Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 20 mg/g; Zinc Acetate 1 mg/g
Spray
Chain Drug Marketing Association IncOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
79481-0598Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 20 mg/g; Zinc Acetate 1 mg/g
Spray
Meijer Distribution IncOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Extra Strength Itch Relief used for?

​Uses for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with: minor burns sunburn minor cuts scrapes insect bites minor skin irritations rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac

Who makes Extra Strength Itch Relief?

Extra Strength Itch Relief is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc, Meijer Distribution Inc.