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Is it okay to take benadryl due to itching from a reaction to venlafaxine ? stopping venlafaxine today, but the itching is unbearable at times?

Q: is it okay to take benadryl due to itching from a reaction to venlafaxine ? stopping venlafaxine today, but the itching is unbearable at times?

: Yes, Benadryl can be taken in this situation to reduce the histamine effect causing itching. Make sure to talk to your prescribing Dr to substitute another medication to treat your Depression/Anxiety. Sudden stopping of an antidepressive medication can cause crisis situations.

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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Yes, Benadryl can be taken in this situation to reduce the histamine effect causing itching. Make sure to talk to your prescribing Dr to substitute another medication to treat your Depression/Anxiety. Sudden stopping of an antidepressive medication can cause crisis situations.

Answered 2/18/2022

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A member asked:

Is it okay to take benadryl due to itching from a reaction to venlafaxine ? stopping venlafaxine today, but the itching is unbearable at times?

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