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Can i take doxylamine or diphenhydramine for anxiety or should i ask my dr about atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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Ask your doctor: You should notify your doctor that you are having difficulty with anxiety and get his or her advice about treatment.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/29/2015

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