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Could a person under anti epileptic drugs take simultaneously benadryl (diphenhydramine) for chest congestion and weezing?
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No antihistamines: Antihistamines (benadryl) generally not recommended for asthma as they tend to dry mucous secretion in lungs.
Answered 4/16/2014
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