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I'm allergic to seafood but want to go to red lobster. so, i was wondering if benadryl (diphenhydramine) works?

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Dr. Andrew Murphy answered

Dangerous : If one is allergic to shellfish then strict avoidance must be observed.

Answered 8/13/2012

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A member asked:

I'm allergic to seafood but want to go to red lobster. so, i was wondering if benadryl (diphenhydramine) works?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Murphy answered

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