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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is a well-known antihistamine used to treat allergy symptoms, including itchy and watery eyes, sneezing, and runny nose. It may also be used to treat colds, dry coughs, insomnia, and motion sickness. While typically mild, the side effects of Benadryl may be more intense for some people. Benadryl can be dehydrating, and is known to cause side effects like dry mouth and eyes. It can also cause undesirable and possibly even unsafe side effects like drowsiness and blurred vision. This article details the side effects of Benadryl. It also lists drugs that may interact with Benadryl, along with who Benadryl is—and is not—recommended for. Sam Edwards / Getty Images Common Side Effects Sold over-the-counter without a prescription since 1946, Benadryl now comes as a tablet, rapid-dissolving tablet or strip, capsule, liquid capsule, powder, and liquid. A short-acting antihistamine, Benadryl lasts four to six hours. Although is it generally considered an effective medication, it is not without side effects. Common side effects of Benadryl include: Dry mouth or noseDrowsinessHeadacheBlurry visionLow blood pressureConstipation These side effects should be temporary. There may also be other side effects that are not listed here. If the side effects are ongoing or bother you, contact your healthcare provider. Serious Side Effects Benadryl can impair mental and motor functioning, as well as your performance at work or school. It can also impair a person’s ability to operate a motor vehicle or other potentially dangerous equipment. Additionally, taking more than the recommended amount of diphenhydramine can
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