Vicks formula 44 side effects, by duration, gender and age (a phase IV clinical study of FDA data)

Summary:

Side effects are reported by people who take Vicks formula 44 (diphenhydramine hydrochloride). Common side effects include anhedonia among females and anhedonia among males.

The phase IV clinical study is created by eHealthMe based on 196 reports from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Vicks Formula 44?

Vicks formula 44 has active ingredients of diphenhydramine hydrochloride. It is often used in cough. eHealthMe is studying from 216 Vicks formula 44 users. Check the latest studies of Vicks formula 44.



On Jul, 05, 2026

196 people who take Vicks Formula 44 and have side effects are studied.

Vicks formula 44 side effects.

What are the common side effects of Vicks formula 44, by gender? *

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What are the common side effects of Vicks formula 44, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *

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What are the common side effects of Vicks formula 44, by the time people have been on the drug (< 1 month to 10+ years)? *

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* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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How the study uses the data?

The study is based on diphenhydramine hydrochloride (the active ingredients of Vicks formula 44) and Vicks formula 44 (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered.

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