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A member asked:

Is it safe to take benadryl (diphenhydramine) as a sleep aid on a regular basis?

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Yes: It is safe and non-habit forming.

Answered 1/18/2014

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I took NyQuil about 1.5 hours ago and I still feel terrible and cannot sleep. Can I take Benadryl (diphenhydramine)? If not, can I take an over the counter sleep aid?

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Poor sleep 5+yrs. Had allergies 2nights ago & took benadryl (diphenhydramine). Best sleep in YEARS 2nights in a row. Is benadryl (diphenhydramine) safe as sleep aid? Need restful SLEEP

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