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I took claritin an 1.5 hours ago. can't sleep and it didn't help. can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine)? i have severe seasonal allergies.

Q: i took claritin an 1.5 hours ago. can't sleep and it didn't help. can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine)? i have severe seasonal allergies.

Best to avoid: Because Claritin (loratadine) &amp; Benadryl (diphenhydramine) are both antihistamines, it's best not to take both in same day. Talk to your Family Doc about other alternatives to treat your allergies.

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Best to avoid: Because Claritin (loratadine) & Benadryl (diphenhydramine) are both antihistamines, it's best not to take both in same day. Talk to your Family Doc about other alternatives to treat your allergies.

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Answered 5/29/2015

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A member asked:

I took claritin an 1.5 hours ago. can't sleep and it didn't help. can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine)? i have severe seasonal allergies.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Dr Machanic and 3 doctors agreed

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