Question 1

how much benadryl (diphenhydramine) can i take for an allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Allergic Reaction: The adult dose is: 25 to 50 mg every 4 to 8 hours.

Question 2

how much benadryl (diphenhydramine) can i take for an allergic reaction? i ate pumpkin seeds by mistake,they were in my salad as pepitos.

Accepted Answer

25-50 mg : every 4-6 hours, but not to exceed 300 mg in one day from all sources, and not to be combined with other antihistamines, or other medicines that would interact with antihistamines, as antidepressants. Read the labels carefully. Also you haven't defined your allergic reaction, is it mild or severe, only rash or you have a breathing problem, if so better see a doctor,go to ER or urgent care,goodluck

Question 3

how many 25mg benadryl (diphenhydramine) are safe to take for an allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Just Answered: You can take 2 x 25 mg tab. Every 4 hours/day with max. Dose of 400 mg (adult dose). Don&#x27;t drive because drowsiness is one of the side effects. Others are: tachycardia, dry mouth, hypotension, paradoxical excitement, etc.

Question 4

how many liquid-gel benadryl (diphenhydramine) tablets do i take for an allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

2 capsules: For adults 50 mg. Or 2 capsules is the proper dose. For children the dose is based on weight.

Question 5

i have had an allergic reaction to bactrim, i currently have hives from head to toe, literally. what dose of benadryl can i take?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Benadryl is sedating and interacts with alcohol and other sedating meds.  25mg is usually a good starting point.  Always read and follow the directions provided with any otc medication.  Also recommend a long-acting medication such as cetirizine for sustained effect when treating new hives) Notify the treating physician and, if hives occur in other circumstances, see an Allergist.

Question 6

i'm having n allergic reaction to ambian can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will help with itching and rash from an allergic reaction.  An individual with lip or tongue swelling, or any sensation of difficulty breathing should be seen by a doctor right away.

Question 7

im allergic to benadryl (diphenhydramine) and im having an allergic reaction what can i take?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) allergy: Kind of rare, but present, can try other OTC antihistamines as cetirizine, loratadine or fexofenadine, might still get sedated but to a lesser extent than diphenhydramine (benadryl) so be careful when you drive or operate machinery

Question 8

other than benadryl, (diphenhydramine) what else can i take to stop an allergic reaction from getting worst?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor/ER: in the interim keep taking the benadryl (diphenhydramine) as directed, if an allergic reaction is getting worse, you'd better be seen and evaluated, good luck

Question 9

i am having an allergic reaction to salmon, should i take benadryl?

Accepted Answer

If mild hives or...: If a food reaction is merely itching, nausea, or some hives, a person can take antihistamines (like Benadryl) to decrease the reaction. Hives are due to release of histamine, commonly related to allergy to foods, medicines, viruses, molds, animals, pollens, etc... Some people release histamine and get hives when exposed to cold temperatures, cold water, sunshine, stressful situations, etc...

Question 10

is it okay to take benadryl (diphenhydramine) with aller tec (by kirklands) for an allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Not necessary: Allertec contains Cetirizine (zyrtec) which is a very good new generation antihistamine.  Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an older antihistamine that doesn't last as long and has more side effects.  Likely the main issue with using both together at usual doses would be drowsiness, fatigue and delayed reaction time.

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How many 25mg benadryl (diphenhydramine) are safe to take for an allergic reaction?

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How many liquid-gel benadryl (diphenhydramine) tablets do i take for an allergic reaction?

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I have had an allergic reaction to bactrim, i currently have hives from head to toe, literally. what dose of benadryl can i take?

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I'm having n allergic reaction to ambian can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help?

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Im allergic to benadryl (diphenhydramine) and im having an allergic reaction what can i take?

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Other than benadryl, (diphenhydramine) what else can i take to stop an allergic reaction from getting worst?

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I am having an allergic reaction to salmon, should i take benadryl?

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