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I'm curious what could happen if you take 11 aleve and 4 benadryl (diphenhydramine) to treat allergies?

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See details: You will end up in the er with significant GI irritation (ulcers, bleeds) and possible kidney damage. If you are thinking of doing this, get help immediately.

Dr Lowe and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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