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Is long term use of benadryl for environmental allergies safe for children? claritin does not help but benadryl gives her relief. she needs it once to twice a day and does not seem affected by drowsiness, but there a better alternative to consider?
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I find the once or twice a day use of children's Allegra effective and more convenient for some. It comes is liquid and tablet form.
Answered 10/19/2022
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Benadryl is shorter acting and saline is often effective in reducing the symptoms. Consider allergy testing and watch for signs of cough , wheezing and runny nose.
Answered 10/24/2022
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