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Is it bad to spray your scalp and hair with plain water everyday?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Certainly not: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is a sleeping pill. Do not take except at bedtime. It will do nothing for itch due to dry skin unless you desire sedation.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

Is it bad to spray your scalp and hair with plain water everyday?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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