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Is it okay to take benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help asthma symptoms?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Won't help: Define your asthma symptoms, see your doctor or asthma specialist, good luck

Answered 7/18/2016

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