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Can benadryl (diphenhydramine) cause panic attacks? took benadryl (diphenhydramine) and an hour later, at dinner, found myself having a massive panic attack. benadryl (diphenhydramine) or coincidence?
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Benadryl (diphenhydramine): It can cause palpitations. Not a common side effect though.
Answered 4/14/2014
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