Unisom is an ethanolamine antihistamine (doxylamine) which characteristically shows a high incidence of sedation. It produces a reduced latency to end of wakefulness and early onset of sleep.
Unisom has been shown to be clinically effective as a sleep aid when 1 tablet is given 30 minutes before retiring.
Unisom is contraindicated in pregnancy and nursing mothers. It is also contraindicated in patients with asthma, glaucoma, and enlargement of the prostate. Caution should be used if taken when alcohol is being consumed. Caution is also indicated when taken concurrently with other medications due to the anticholinergic properties of antihistamines.
Pale blue oval scored tablets containing 25 mg. of doxylamine succinate, 2-[(alpha)-(2-dimethylaminoethoxy)(alpha)-methylbenzyl]pyridine succinate.
Dibasic Calcium Phosphate, FD&C Blue #1 Aluminum Lake, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Starch Glycolate.
One tablet 30 minutes before going to bed. Take once daily or as directed by a doctor. Not for children under 12 years of age.
Do not take this product, unless directed by a doctor, if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, or if you have glaucoma or difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland. Do not take this product if pregnant or nursing a baby.
Occasional anticholinergic effects may be seen.
Use only if tablet blister seals are unbroken.
Boxes of 8, 16, 32 or 48 tablets.