Question 1

could i be an ultrametabolizer now as it takes massive amounts of any med to do anything but in my 20s 1 benadryl (diphenhydramine) or perc knocked me out? any fix?

Accepted Answer

Massive amounts of: what medications. You should not be taking massive amounts of any drug because it could have bad side effects. I don't think you are an ultrametaabolizer,but may be used to klonopin (clonazepam) at the dose prescribed, and need more to get an effect.

Question 2

how much benadryl (diphenhydramine) and beer would knock you out completely?

Accepted Answer

Depends: That  depends on several factors: your tolerance to alcohol, your sensitivity to antihistamines, your present level of sleepiness, whether or not you've ingested any stimulants, etc.  I assume you're looking to a benadryl/alcohol combination to help you sleep? If so, that is a bad idea. The resulting sleep quality would be terrible, and you'd awaken feeling unrested (or worse!) talk to your doc.

Question 3

is it bad that i take 6 benadryls (diphenhydramine) to knock myself out? i get so depressed and sad that i don't know what else to do.

Accepted Answer

Not good.: Please get help instead of knocking yourself out to avoid dealing with your depression. I encourage you to start by seeing your physician who can  evaluate for underlying medical issues &amp; assess to see if you have clinical depression. Take care.

Question 4

i take claritin and it sort of helps but certainly not 100%.  can i take benadryl at the same time to try and knock out the allergy symptoms?  claritin says never to take more than 1 pill every 24 hrs???  can you od on claritin?

Accepted Answer

: Certainly agree that a second antihistamine is needed, including Benadryl at night

Question 5

been taking 175mg of benadryl (diphenhydramine) every 4 hours yesterday i felt like i was overdosing how long till it's all out of my body?

Accepted Answer

Definitely overdosing: please call poison control center in your area, meanwhile don't take anymore benadryl (diphenhydramine) or any other antihistaminic, if drowsy or any abnormal symptom go to ER, with normal dosing it clears in less than a day, not sure how long with such high dose

Question 6

i took one allegra to help control unexplained hives and welping. i took one benadryl a hour later because i started breaking out. is this safe?

Accepted Answer

Those medicactions: in those doses are unlikely to cause any ill effects. Hope this helps!

Question 7

i took claritin 24 hours, 12 hours ago but my allergies are out of control again. can i take half a benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help with my itchiness?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Adding Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is fine. If your allergies are out of control you might want to consider adding medicated nasal sprays to your treatment regimen. Consider seeing an Allergist so that you can get better relief. Skin testing to determine sensitivities to indoor and outdoor allergens is useful. If you fail both medications and avoidance measures you might want to consider allergy shots.

Question 8

got bit by something in the grass, last time (a year ago) i broke out in hives but it disappeared in a few hours. im breaking out in hives again after getting bit again, so i took benadryl. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: Be concerned as the next allergic reaction to the same insect bite could be much more serious. Wasps' stings are very common causes of allergic reactions. Always carry benadryl with you,especially when outdoors. I recommend consulting an allergist to possibly help you find out what insects you're allergic to and what is best to do about your allergy.

Question 9

taking norco 7.5/325 1-1 1/2 every 6 hours as needed post surgery.  rashed out on face, real red and was advised to take benadryl (diphenhydramine).  i took 25mg 7 hour?

Accepted Answer

Histamine : Narcotics cause the release of histamine which can cause a red rash , as well as itching also.   Benadryl (diphenhydramine) should help

Question 10

i'm breaking out in hives looks like scratches on my back inner thighs arms shoulders in head i've been taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) every 4 hours and isn't workin?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: How long have you had the hives?  If this has been present for weeks and you have no response to Benadryl, (diphenhydramine) you need to consult your doctor or an allergist. Be sure that you are not taking any drug which may be causing the problem in the meanwhile.

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Could i be an ultrametabolizer now as it takes massive amounts of any med to do anything but in my 20s 1 benadryl (diphenhydramine) or perc knocked me out? any fix?

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How much benadryl (diphenhydramine) and beer would knock you out completely?

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Is it bad that i take 6 benadryls (diphenhydramine) to knock myself out? i get so depressed and sad that i don't know what else to do.

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I take claritin and it sort of helps but certainly not 100%. can i take benadryl at the same time to try and knock out the allergy symptoms? claritin says never to take more than 1 pill every 24 hrs??? can you od on claritin?

A member asked:

Been taking 175mg of benadryl (diphenhydramine) every 4 hours yesterday i felt like i was overdosing how long till it's all out of my body?

A member asked:

I took one allegra to help control unexplained hives and welping. i took one benadryl a hour later because i started breaking out. is this safe?

A member asked:

I took claritin 24 hours, 12 hours ago but my allergies are out of control again. can i take half a benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help with my itchiness?

A member asked:

Got bit by something in the grass, last time (a year ago) i broke out in hives but it disappeared in a few hours. im breaking out in hives again after getting bit again, so i took benadryl. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Taking norco 7.5/325 1-1 1/2 every 6 hours as needed post surgery. rashed out on face, real red and was advised to take benadryl (diphenhydramine). i took 25mg 7 hour?

A member asked:

I'm breaking out in hives looks like scratches on my back inner thighs arms shoulders in head i've been taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) every 4 hours and isn't workin?

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