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A member asked:

Can you use benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help you fall asleep before it won't work anymore?

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Dr. Andrew Oswari answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Short term ok: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) should not be used long term for insomnia. It may get you to sleep but over time it will disrupt your deep sleep or rem sleep. That could be detrimental to your health.

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Answered 6/24/2014

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