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I am 18 weeks pregnant and have developed a horrible rash. ob said i could take 2 benadryl (diphenhydramine) . can i take a pepcid as well?
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Yes: H2 blockers have been studied in pregnancy multiple times and noted to be completely safe.
Answered 1/18/2013
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