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Is taking benadryl (diphenhydramine) nightly safe. i am bipolar and i end up staying up all night without it. can i take benadryl (diphenhydramine) 50mg every night if need be.
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Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Medications with a significant "anticholinergic" effect are not recommended to be taken every day indefinitely. Discuss with your physician a predictable prescription option of tx of your sleep.
Answered 8/31/2013
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