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Can i take benadral instead of zyrtex? are they the same kind of drug?
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Antihistamines: Both are antihistamines, Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is more sedating and is short acting, zyrtec is longer acting and less sedating. Both work within 30-45 minutes. You can use Benadryl (diphenhydramine) as a sleep aid also.
Answered 6/24/2014
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