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Is it possible for me to give my 3 year old benadryl (diphenhydramine) d?

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not recommended : I would say no as the cdc does not recommend any decongestants until after 4 years old.

Answered 11/18/2013

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