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Can antihistamines control or prevent vomiting?
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Yes: Benedryl is frequently used as part of a nausea preventing regimen for chemotherapy. By itself it is not very effective. Other causes of nausea, such as sinus congestion or fluid in the inner ear, may be treatable with antihistamines.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Some: Some antihistamines can help with nausea and vomiting. Diphenhydramine (benadryl) is often used.
Answered 6/25/2014
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