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Can taking a tablet of xyzal help to blunt an allergic reaction to a drug as fast & effectively as benadryl (diphenhydramine) would?

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Dr. Joram Seggev answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Allergy & Immunology

Possibly: You don't describe what kind of a reaction and what drug you are asking about. Depending on the medication and reaction, medications other than anti-histamines may be necessary. If you are asking about an itchy rash, odds are that the 2 medications may be equvally effective.

Answered 6/20/2013

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