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A 50-year-old member asked:

Should i take one or two pills of benadryl (diphenhydramine)? i had a breakout on my face with redness and itchiness, along with swelling around my eyes.?

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Dr. Soheila Rostami
Dr. Soheila Rostamianswered
Specializes in Ophthalmology
You can take 50 mg: You may take 50 mg of Benadryl (diphenhydramine) every 6 hours for 24 to 48 hours, and if they don't clear, you need to see a physician.
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