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I'm 138lbs & took 30-50 pills of benadryl (diphenhydramine) last night. next day heart & stomach feel achy. haven't thrown up & won't go to er. am i going to be okay?
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Glad you care!: That was a very risky thing to do and you might have caused some organ damage - gall bladder, for example. You might have felt delirium, confusion or had hallucinations but by now half is probably out of your system. Drink only water but lots. Don't take any other pills! Don't do that again - you can end p very ill and maybe die. Think about good psychotherapy.
Answered 5/28/2016
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ER visit needed.: If 30 to 50 pills were consumed, a visit to emergency room is strongly recommend.
Answered 8/4/2015
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