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Benadryl Allergy

Diphenhydramine

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The generic name of this medication is diphenhydramine and brand names are Aler-Tab, Allergy, Allermax, Altaryl, Benadryl, Children's Allergy, Diphen Cough, Diphenhist, Dytuss, Q-Dryl, Siladryl, Silphen Cough, Simply Sleep, Sleep-ettes, Sominex Maximum Strength Caplet and Theraflu Thin Strips Multi Symptom.

The active ingredient of this medication is diphenhydramine.

This medication is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, hives, rashes, itching and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.

Common Uses:

This medication is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, hives, rashes, itching and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.

Off Label Uses:

It is also used to suppress coughs, to treat motion sickness, to induce sleep, and to treat mild forms of Parkinson's disease.

Side Effects:
Sleepiness, fatigue or dizziness.
Headache.
Dry mouth.
Difficulty urinating or an enlarged prostate.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in patients with the following conditions:
In those that have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days.
If there is glaucoma or increased pressure in the eye.
If there is a stomach ulcer.
In those with an enlarged prostate, bladder problems or difficulty urinating.
In patients with hypertension or any type of heart problems.
During pregnancy, pre-pregnancy.

Drug Interactions:
Anxiety or sleep medicines such as alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), temazepam (Restoril) or triazolam (Halcion).
Medications for depression such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), or paroxetine (Paxil).
Any other medications that induce a feeling of drowsiness, sleepiness, or relaxation.

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Brands	Effectiveness	Holistic Benefits	Side Effects	Number of Ratings
Zyrtec	7.61	6.04	2.15	99
Benadryl	7.23	6.23	3.43	102
Allegra	7.09	5.27	2.14	35
Benadryl Allergy	6.77	5.67	3.49	31
Claritin	6.7	5.29	1.85	122

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Benadryl Allergy, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	1.4%	2.8%	94.4%	1.4%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	1.4%	6.9%	91.7%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	1.4%	1.4%	97.2%	0%	0%
Breathing	1.4%	1.4%	86.1%	9.7%	1.4%
Confidence	2.8%	0%	91.7%	4.2%	1.4%
Coordination/Motor Skills	2.8%	20.8%	75%	1.4%	0%
Digestion	1.4%	1.4%	95.8%	1.4%	0%
Emotional Well-being	1.4%	5.6%	81.9%	9.7%	1.4%
Energy	15.3%	27.8%	50%	4.2%	2.8%
Eyesight	1.4%	4.2%	94.4%	0%	0%
Memory	2.8%	4.2%	90.3%	1.4%	1.4%
Mental Clarity	1.4%	16.7%	72.2%	6.9%	2.8%
Pain	2.8%	0%	90.3%	2.8%	4.2%
Patience	2.8%	2.8%	86.1%	6.9%	1.4%
Sexual Health	2.8%	2.8%	94.4%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	1.4%	1.4%	97.2%	0%	0%
Sleep	6.9%	19.4%	36.1%	26.4%	11.1%
Stress Level	1.4%	1.4%	88.9%	8.3%	0%

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Commonly Reported Benadryl Allergy Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Allergic Reaction	97.1%	1.5%	0%	1.5%	0%
Anxiety	90.9%	0%	9.1%	0%	0%
Blurred Vision	95.8%	4.2%	0%	0%	0%
Breathing Difficulties	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%
Cold Symptoms	81.8%	18.2%	0%	0%	0%
Coordination / Balance Problems	83.6%	9.8%	4.9%	1.6%	0%
Cough	98.5%	0%	1.5%	0%	0%
Depression	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%
Diarrhea	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	73.6%	9.7%	15.3%	1.4%	0%
Drowsiness	44.4%	6.9%	19.4%	23.6%	5.6%
Dry Mouth	70.6%	25%	4.4%	0%	0%
Dry Nose	72.6%	22.6%	3.2%	1.6%	0%
Dry Throat / Increased Thirst	67.7%	21%	9.7%	1.6%	0%
Fatigue	73.6%	6.9%	6.9%	8.3%	4.2%
Fever	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%
Gas	81.8%	18.2%	0%	0%	0%
Headache	88.9%	5.6%	2.8%	2.8%	0%
Irregular Heartbeat	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%
Muscle Cramping	81.8%	18.2%	0%	0%	0%
Nausea	98.5%	1.5%	0%	0%	0%
Nosebleeds	96.8%	3.2%	0%	0%	0%
Sneezing	96.8%	1.6%	0%	1.6%	0%
Sore Throat	92.6%	5.9%	0%	1.5%	0%
Stomach Ache	90.9%	0%	0%	9.1%	0%
Unusual Taste in Mouth	96.8%	3.2%	0%	0%	0%
Wheezing	98.4%	1.6%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Benadryl Allergy Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams	95.6%	2.9%	0%	1.5%	0%
Appetite Loss	97.1%	2.9%	0%	0%	0%
Difficulty Urinating	98.5%	1.5%	0%	0%	0%
Fainting	98.5%	0%	1.5%	0%	0%
Insomnia	98.4%	1.6%	0%	0%	0%
Irritability / Impatience	94.1%	1.5%	1.5%	2.9%	0%
Nervousness	94.1%	2.9%	1.5%	1.5%	0%
Rapid Heartbeat	96.7%	3.3%	0%	0%	0%
Tingling Sensations	97.1%	2.9%	0%	0%	0%

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16 Feb 2014	I took one Benadryl, which made me very sleepy. After about three hours, while walking from the kitchen to the living room, I felt a wave of nausea, then fainted. I was out only a few seconds, and was lucky not to have hurt myself. I have taken Benadryl occasionally in the past and only experienced the drowsiness. I don't think I'll risk fainting again. I am in generally good health, no blood pressure or heart problems, so this was a suprise. —Posted by Florida Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
24 Oct 2012	This medication is horrible. It makes me very drowsy and does not relieve my symptoms. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
16 Apr 2012	Benadryl allergy work very well —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
29 Nov 2011	Benadryll Allergy really helped in clearing my sinuses and relieving my nasal pressure. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
10 Nov 2011	I like benadryl but sometimes it puts me too sleep way too much so I can't take it for the day. Sometimes it even makes me feel drunk —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use

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