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How long should one take benadryl (diphenhydramine) for hives before seeing a dr?

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Dr. Moneil Patel answered

Specializes in General Practice

As soon as you feel: You are obviously reacting to something. Trying to isolate what is causing hives and removing it from your diet/environment/exposure is probably goal #1. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or other anti-histamines treat symptoms but do not treat the problem.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 8/2/2017

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