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Started a fentanyl patch (72-hour) and vicodin today. i've started feeling very itchy. can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine)? if so, how much? thank you.
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Opioids itch: I am not an MD but fentanyl patches and Vicodin are both narcotics (fentanyl is much more potent) not sure why you would be on both at the same time. Are you allergic/sensitive to latex? Is it only itchy around the patch? Benadryl (diphenhydramine) won't hurt you for a dose. If your itching increase, you get a rash, tongue swelling, or difficulty breathing call EMS. Don't take anymore Vicodin until talking to your
Answered 9/28/2015
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