Question 1

i'm on methadone and i have a bad cough and flu can i take benadryl for cough and flu?

Accepted Answer

Not advised: I would suggest keeping your nasal passages clear using a saline rinse to help alleviate cough. Staying well hydrated, monitoring for fever and resting is also recommended.

Question 2

can you take corricidin maximum strength flu and benadryl (diphenhydramine) together?

Accepted Answer

NO: Using chlorpheniramine (the antihistamine in corricidin)  together with Diphenhydramine (benadryl(  may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, rapid heart beats, confusion, and memory problems.  They are both similar acting drugs.  Do not take together.

Question 3

can i take trazodone 50mg with vicks serve cold and flu? if not, can i take a trazodone 50mg with a benadryl and a sudafed instead?

Accepted Answer

: The interactions may result in drowsiness. Nasal congestion and cough are often relieved by nasal saline. Benadryl is an antihistamine and if you have an allergic reaction, please see your physician. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and fever.

Question 4

can you take benadryl allergy with mucinex cold, flu, & sore throat? think i have a sinus infection.

Accepted Answer

Yes you can: but don't exceed recommended dose for either and read the labels carefully. Good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications. If this combination doesn't work, you may need to see your doctor for assessment and possibly prescription medications, best wishes

Question 5

on the bottle for benadryl (diphenhydramine) it says not to give to children under the age of 2 a pharmacist told me i can give my 10 month old son 2 mls for the flu?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine): In general, Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is safe for children to take; however, the dose of Benadryl (diphenhydramine) should be adjusted based on the child's weight. That being said, Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine, and has no role in the treatment of the flu.

Question 6

i have been treating my 4 year old for a cold flu type virus she had ibuprofen at 9 pm and benadryl (diphenhydramine) at 1030 mucin ex dm at 11 i thought i was giving t?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: I would recommend using ibuprofen only for pain and a temperature of 101 or above. The benadryl (diphenhydramine) should be discontinued. A pediatric cough syrup can be used, but is not generally recommended. Using a nasal saline rinse can help to reduce post nasal drip and cough.

Question 7

hello, i've been fighting a cold since last monday, and taking antihistamines and sinus relief.  can i take a flu shot ? or need to wait for no symptoms?

flu shot

Accepted Answer

No worries: Mild illnesses need not cause one to postpone a flu shot. The annual flu shot contains protection against Flu A and Flu B. It is ok for a person with cold symptoms or other minor problems to get a flu shot, if she does not have other major medical reasons for not getting the shot. Antiviral medication does not affect a flu shot injection. The shot has no live viruses in it, but nasal vaccine does.

Question 8

if  a reaction after a flu shot causes blisters in the shot area the and accompanied by itching, is it advisable /ok to take benadryl (diphenhydramine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) 25 mg tab will help with the itching. It is a very old and commonly used medicine. It will make you drowsy, so be careful. Feel better!

Question 9

i took vicks dayquil severe cold and flu (has decongestant) less than two hours ago, is it safe for me to take two benadryl (diphenhydramine) now before i go to bed?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sorry I didn't see this 10 hrs ago which is presumably when you went to bed.  Yes, they will not interfere with each other.

Question 10

what should you take for the flu a?

Accepted Answer

Vaccine and anti: Viral medication. Anti-virall medications, requiring prescription, can shorten the illness by a couple of days if started early. Best thing to do is to get vaccinated to prevent flu. See this site for more info.
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/antivirals/.

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Can i take benadryl for flu

A member asked:

I'm on methadone and i have a bad cough and flu can i take benadryl for cough and flu?

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Can you take corricidin maximum strength flu and benadryl (diphenhydramine) together?

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Can i take trazodone 50mg with vicks serve cold and flu? if not, can i take a trazodone 50mg with a benadryl and a sudafed instead?

A member asked:

Can you take benadryl allergy with mucinex cold, flu, & sore throat? think i have a sinus infection.

A member asked:

On the bottle for benadryl (diphenhydramine) it says not to give to children under the age of 2 a pharmacist told me i can give my 10 month old son 2 mls for the flu?

A member asked:

I have been treating my 4 year old for a cold flu type virus she had ibuprofen at 9 pm and benadryl (diphenhydramine) at 1030 mucin ex dm at 11 i thought i was giving t?

A member asked:

Hello, i've been fighting a cold since last monday, and taking antihistamines and sinus relief. can i take a flu shot ? or need to wait for no symptoms? flu shot

A member asked:

If a reaction after a flu shot causes blisters in the shot area the and accompanied by itching, is it advisable /ok to take benadryl (diphenhydramine)?

A member asked:

I took vicks dayquil severe cold and flu (has decongestant) less than two hours ago, is it safe for me to take two benadryl (diphenhydramine) now before i go to bed?

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What should you take for the flu a?

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