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If i took benedryl for allergy like symptoms and now have a fever, can i take something for the fever? started with allergy symptoms and now have a fever.

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Dr. Laura McMullen answered

Sounds : Sounds like your allergy symptoms may in fact be a viral illness! you can safely take either Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for your fever along with benadryl (diphenhydramine). Good luck!

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

If i took benedryl for allergy like symptoms and now have a fever, can i take something for the fever? started with allergy symptoms and now have a fever.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Laura McMullen answered

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