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Is it possible for me to take a daily allergy pill and take benedryl d in the same day?

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Zyrtec, Allegra, and Claritin are non-sedating antihistamines while Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is a sedating antihistamine. Both of these medications can be taken in the same day without significant interaction.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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