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I've been taking 6 benadryl (diphenhydramine) capsules per day for anxiety. i think it's making it worse. can i quit cold turkey or should i taper off gradually?
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Yes: There is no known serious antihistamine withdrawal syndrome.
Answered 5/21/2016
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