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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
— Written By Amber R. Watson, PharmDUpdated on May 19, 2022 About Benadryl Benadryl is a brand-name, over-the-counter (OTC) drug. It belongs to a drug class called antihistamines. Because Benadryl is available over the counter, your doctor does not need to provide a prescription for it. However, they may advise that you take Benadryl to ease symptoms of certain conditions. Below are conditions and symptoms that doctors may recommend Benadryl to manage in adults and certain children. For details about these conditions and how the drug treats them, see the “Benadryl: Uses” section below. Benadryl products The following table provides information about available Benadryl products. Note: Benadryl is not currently available as a topical lotion. Your doctor can recommend whether any lotions may help ease your symptoms. Finding a healthcare professional If you have questions about the condition you’re taking Benadryl to treat, you may want to talk with a doctor. Search here to find a healthcare professional near you. When to seek treatment from a healthcare professional Benadryl is a brand-name, over-the-counter (OTC) medication. It’s used to ease symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose related to certain conditions. Because Benadryl is available over the counter, your doctor does not need to provide a prescription for it. That said, sometimes it may not be appropriate to self-treat certain conditions with Benadryl. You should seek treatment from a doctor or another healthcare professional if you or your child has: skin cuts that are deep, gaping, or won’t stop bleeding poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, or bug bites that are causing: fever shortness of breath swelling, especially around your lips and tongue Your doctor may recommend that you take Benadryl. However, they may recommend different ways to treat your condition. Additionally, if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you should ask
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