benylin

Frequently asked questions

What does Benylin treat?

Benylin (Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride) may be used to treat anxiety disorders, sleep initiation and maintenance disorders, motion sickness, nausea, perennial allergic rhinitis, sneezing, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Benylin work?

Benylin is a histamine-1 receptor antagonist. H1 antihistamines work by blocking histamine, the chemical released during an allergic reaction, from attaching to H1 receptors. This prevents the sneezing, itching, runny nose, watery eyes, and hives that histamine would otherwise trigger.

How much does Benylin cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $0.04 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Benylin?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Benylin. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Benylin?

Benylin is marketed by Parke Davis. You can see Parke Davis's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Benylin a brand-name or generic drug?

Benylin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Benylin available over the counter?

No. Benylin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Benylin come in?

Benylin is currently marketed as syrup and solution, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Benylin?

Benylin is classified as histamine-1 receptor antagonist, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Benylin FDA-registered?

Benylin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA006514. You can verify this on its official FDA label.