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I don't have benadryl (diphenhydramine) but i do have claritin d. i'm having an allergic reaction and it causes welts and itching. can i take the claritin to get the same effect benadryl (diphenhydramine) has?
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Probably not: You can try taking a couple claritin, but you won't likely get the same effect as benadryl (diphenhydramine). Good luck!
Answered 5/17/2015
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Antihistamines: Both Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and Claritin are antihistamines. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an older drug, without the "non-drowsy" properties of Claritin, but it probably works a bit better. If Claritin is what's in the house, go ahead and use the Claritin. And be careful. Even nondrowsy drugs can impair the reaction time needed for safe driving.
Answered 10/10/2015
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