NURSE PROTOCOL FOR

Diphenhydramine HCl (e.g., Benadryl) liquid elixir . 12.5 mg/5 mL: Child 2-5 years of age: 6.25mg q 4-6 h, maximum 37.5mg/day. Child > 6 years to 11 years of age: 12.5-25mg q 4-6 hours, maximum 150mg/day. Child 12 years of age and older: 25-50mg q 4-6 hours, maximum 300mg/day . NON-PHARMACOLOGIC. Bland emollient lotion or cream for scaly skin. ................
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