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Diphenhydramine/Zinc

Diphenhydramine/Zinc is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

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What it's used for

This medication temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with insect bites, minor burns, sunburn, skin irritations, cuts, scrapes, and rashes from poison ivy, oak, or sumac. It also helps dry the oozing and weeping from poison ivy, oak, and sumac.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

Adults and children 2 years of age and older may apply the product to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

This product is for external use only.

Common side effects

See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Diphenhydramine/Zinc 2%-0.1% Cream

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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Tab is a membership and prescription-discount program—not insurance, and not a substitute for it. $0 pricing applies to medications on the current covered generic list with active membership, at participating pharmacy locations nationwide or through mail order, and is subject to change. Mail-order home delivery is preferred for recurring prescriptions; activation, availability, and delivery timing apply. This page is for general reference, drawn from FDA-approved drug labeling, and is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician can determine if a medication is right for you.