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A member asked:

The last 3 times i've taken dye free benadryl, (diphenhydramine) i had hives. am i allergic and should i never allow benadryl (diphenhydramine) to be given to me in the er, for example?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Possibly: Or you could be allergic to the trigger that prompted you to take benedryl. See an allergist for testing and possible treatment/desensitization.

Answered 10/1/2013

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