Diphenhydramine Benadryl Side Effects
Health Encyclopedia: Allergic Rhinitis Antihistamines
Antihistamines
Histamine is one of the chemicals released when antibodies overreact to allergens. It is the cause of many symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Anti histamines can help relieve:
- Itching, sneezing, and nasal discharge
- Other allergy symptoms unrelated to rhinitis, including hives and some rashes
- Nasal congestion, for some of the newer antihistamines, such as cetirizine (Zyrtec) and desloratadine (Clarinex)
If possible, patients should take antihistamines before an anticipated allergy attack.
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Expert & Community Posts
Over-the-Counter Drugs Could Be Causing Symptoms
By Carol Bradley Bursack , Health Expert...taking Benedryl (or the generic for of the OTC drug - diphenhydramine) which is used for... Read more »
Feeling sick after waking in the morning?
By Dr. Larry Weinrauch , Health Expert...remediesIdiopathic reactions to medications (diphenhydramine or Benadryl usually causes... Read more »
ARE SLEEP MEDICATIONS SAFE?
By Dr. Diana L Walcutt , Health Expert...PM. All of the OTC meds that I have researched have Benadryl (diphenhydramine) as the sleep aid.... Read more »
The Never Ending Cough: Is Cough Medication the Answer?
By James Thompson, MD , Health Expert...dextromethorphan (DM) and diphenhydramine (main ingredient of Benadryl) were no more effective... Read more »
Pregnancy, Head Colds and Medication
By Deanne Stein , Health Expert...trimester though, you might try diphenhydramine or Benadryl. It's safer according to my doctor.... Read more »
Health Guide
Itching
...tired enough to sleep at night. Try over-the-counter oral antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl), but be aware of possible side effects such as drowsiness. Try over-the-counter... Read more »Insomnia: Medications
...antihistamines indicated only for allergies, such as chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton), diphenhydramine (Benadryl), or hydroxyzine (Atarax or Vistaril) may also be used as mild... Read more »Sinusitis: Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
...drowsiness, deep sleep, and, rarely, coma.AntihistaminesOlder antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) are helpful in relieving cough when used alone or in combination with a... Read more »Type 1 Diabetes
...that constricts the legs and feet.Foot pain, numbness, or tingling is worse at night; diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help.A specialist in foot care should be consulted for any problems. Click the... Read more »Type 2 Diabetes
...that constricts the legs and feet.Foot pain, numbness, or tingling is worse at night; diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help.A specialist in foot care should be consulted for any problems.People with... Read more »
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