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A member asked:
Is diphenhydramine the same drug as doxylamine?
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No: Doxylamine and Diphenhydramine are two different antihistamines, with sedating effects.
Answered 4/6/2020
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No: Both are antihistamines but are different chemicals.
Answered 5/15/2015
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Benadryl/Doxylamine: Both are Antihistamines.
Answered 5/26/2015
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No, it is not: Doxylamine and diphenhydramine are both in same class of drugs - the antihistamines, which are often used for sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and sometimes allergic reactions - but are not the same drug. However, both drugs are have a sedating effect and therefore may cause drowsiness.
Answered 6/11/2017
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