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I took benadryl at 11 pm for my allergies. can i take my regular claritin-d at 11 am the morning after? benadryl was a one time thing for night relief

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No problem: but do realize that the D in Claritin may raise your blood pressure and may not be good as a long-term medication. Nasal steroid is usually more effective and safer in the long run.

Answered 3/28/2017

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A member asked:

I took benadryl at 11 pm for my allergies. can i take my regular claritin-d at 11 am the morning after? benadryl was a one time thing for night relief

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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