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Taking norco 7.5/325 1-1 1/2 every 6 hours as needed post surgery. rashed out on face, real red and was advised to take benadryl (diphenhydramine). i took 25mg 7 hour?
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Histamine : Narcotics cause the release of histamine which can cause a red rash , as well as itching also. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) should help
Answered 4/21/2016
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