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1. how can i distinguish allergy from cold? 2. i took 24 hr allegra last night at 7 pm when allergy gas already triggered. slept 8 hours. i am ok, can i take one benadryl now (11 am) before ny allergy triggers ? 3. also, me and wife are having same ?

Q: 1. how can i distinguish allergy from cold? 2. i took 24 hr allegra last night at 7 pm when allergy gas already triggered. slept 8 hours. i am ok, can i take one benadryl now (11 am) before ny allergy triggers ? 3. also, me and wife are having same ?

: New pet? Both have colds? Go to uptodate.com and read more. Then discuss with your team.

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New pet? Both have colds? Go to uptodate.com and read more. Then discuss with your team.

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Answered 3/8/2021

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A member asked:

1. how can i distinguish allergy from cold? 2. i took 24 hr allegra last night at 7 pm when allergy gas already triggered. slept 8 hours. i am ok, can i take one benadryl now (11 am) before ny allergy triggers ? 3. also, me and wife are having same ?

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