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Can i take benadryl, (diphenhydramine) buspirone, and sertraline together? before bed? i know it will probably increase drowsiness, i just want to make sure it's safe.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not a good idea: It is usually not a good idea to take several medications with similar ( but not identical) actions without a doctor's supervision. One may get away with it, but then why take a chance?

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/25/2016

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