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How effective is benadryl (diphenhydramine) for motility issues to help with severe retching in a former preemie with a g tube nissen?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Vomiting: it may help. How old is the baby now and how much do they weigh? there are other medications that may be better. You can INBOX consult if need be

Answered 3/18/2015

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