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A member asked:
I just had breast reduction today and they put me in oxycodone and a z pack i am very itchy i can't sleep my whole body itches can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
13 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Yes: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) may help the itching however, the itching may be coming from a reaction to the oxycodone or the zpak. You should check with your doctor and see what he/she advises.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Yes: Usually benedryl is safe as over the counter mediciation however eleminating the casue of this allergy is the best soluation in your case i think oxycodone is the medication that is causing your sysmtoms try to call your doctor to prescribe you a non narcotic pain killer.
Answered 9/30/2014
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Yes: Let your doctor know but you could take Benadryl (diphenhydramine). Either of your home meds could be the source of your itching.
Answered 6/15/2014
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Allergy: yes you can but i suspect you may have had an allergic rx to the narcotic
Answered 11/19/2014
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Yes: You may be allergic to the medications you are taking. It is OK to take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) but cal your prescribing physician and inform her/him of your symptoms. Your meds may have to be changed.
Answered 8/18/2015
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