Unisom Sleeptabs
Unisom Sleeptabs is an over-the-counter antihistamine sleep aid containing doxylamine succinate. It works by blocking histamine in the body, which helps induce drowsiness and reduce the time it takes to fall asleep.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Take 1 tablet (25 mg) once daily at bedtime, or as directed by a doctor. Do not give to children under 12 years of age.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years. |
| 5-7 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years. |
| 8-10 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years. |
| 11-15 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years. |
| 16-20 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric populations under 12 years. |
Formulation
Tablet
Purpose
Short-term relief of occasional sleeplessness and difficulty falling asleep.
Generic Name
Doxylamine succinateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.