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Can expectant mothers take benadryl (diphenhydramine)?

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Probably: it is a category B drug that is usually safe during pregnancy. I would ask your OB to be complete and let him know any OTC medications you are taking

Dr Thomsen agreed

Answered 10/5/2014

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