Benadryl Questions (Page 6)

Can these OTC meds cause false positive for PCP?

Naproxen sodium 220 mg 4x per day, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Melatonin, Allergy medication (benadryl, equate brand), eye drops for allergy relief (they have antihistamines). I took two Naproxen sodiums 10 minutes before a UA and it showed I was positive for PCP. I am freaking out because I don't use... read more

I'm taking cephalexin 500 mg also fluconazole 150 can I take a 25 mg Benadryl with these two ?

Cephalexin for infection Fluconazole to avoid yeast infection from taking cephalexin Benadryl to avoid an allergic reaction from the cephalexin.

I recently had a false positive UA for benzos. I dont take benzos so I dont know what caused this?

I had been on a flight the day prior to the UA and I had taken meclizine and Benadryl. My daily regular meds are: tramadol, gabapentin, trazodone. The gabapentin is fairly new for me too so I am not sure which drug caused this. Does anyone know? This could actually really effect something going in... read more

Nose bleeds from Benadryl?

When I blow my nose it's bloody. I thought it might be because of the Benadryl. I haven't took anything then took only Benadryl and the same thing happened has this happened to anyone else.

Hives and prednisone, hydroxyzine, Pepcid. How much is too much and side effects?

My daughter has had hives for 6 days now. Taking prednisone and Benadryl. The hives got better then worse. The itching is unbearable. Called back the doctor and he increased prednisone to 10 days, tapering off the last few. Added hydroxyzine and Pepcid. She needs to go to work and college classes... read more

What is the maximum safe dosage of Benadryl/diphenhydramine as a sleep aid?

I was recently alarmed to find that my girlfriend has been taking what I consider to be an excessive dosage of diphenhydramine as a sleep aid. She has been averaging 30 25mg tablets a night (750mg). After doing some research online I came up with a number of answers for what is considered to be a... read more

Can you take trazodone and Benadryl together?

Does Benadryl cause depression?

Can Benadryl worsen depression or cause irritability? I have depression and anxiety and I’m on Wellbutrin. I have terrible allergies and struggle with hives. I generally take Allegra or Claritin but sometimes I have to take Benadryl. When I take it I not only feel drugged out and exhausted... read more

I accidentally took lorazepam, trazodone, and Benadryl. Is that OK?

It’s my first night taking trazodone I’m only at 50 mg. And I always take 2 lorazepam. But I forgot to omit the 2 Benadryl. Will it be OK?

Is Benadryl safe for seniors?

68 yrs old. Is it safe ?

Hydroxyzine - Why prescribe an antihistamine for panic attacks and anxiety?

Basically the doctor says Benadryl is better for anxiety and panic attacks and than Xanax. What a joke these doctors are these days, I have never in my life seen somebody freaking out with a panic attack and they said let's get them Benadryl.

What should you keep in your medicine cabinet for kids?

Emergency Treatment Plans for Allergic Reactions in Children

What can I take for an allergic reaction to a mosquito bite instead of Benadryl?

I was bitten by a mosquito two days ago on my arm and hand. I have had excessive swelling and used to always take Dimetane as a child. Benadryl makes me very sleepy. Is there a different antihistamine that I can take other than Benadryl?

Can Xanax be taken with Benadryl?