Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine medication used to treat symptoms of allergies, colds, and insomnia. Some common synonyms for diphenhydramine include:
1. Benadryl: This is a popular brand name for diphenhydramine, commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergies and hives.
2. Nytol: This is also a brand name for diphenhydramine, specifically used to relieve insomnia and difficulty in falling asleep.
3. Sominex: It is yet another brand name for diphenhydramine, used to treat insomnia and other sleep-related disorders.
4. Unisom: This is a brand name for diphenhydramine, commonly used as a sleep aid.
5. Diphen: This is a shortened version of the drug's name itself and is also used as a synonym for diphenhydramine.