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Question i took 2 generic claritin this afternoon at about 4pm. i had a little reaction to something and took 1 benadryl (diphenhydramine) at about 8pm will i be ok?
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More Details: Need more details on what kind of symptoms this reaction entailed, the time course, and to what potential trigger. Was it a food or a medication? Suggest consulting an Allergist if you are concerned about an allergic reaction so that further workup and testing can be performed.
Answered 2/27/2015
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