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What can i do about water weight from taking antihistamines daily? it happens with all of the antihistamines.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not expected: Antihistamines do not cause water retention. However the older generation antihistamine may occasionally slow down bladder emptying if this is what you meant.

Answered 1/8/2021

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