Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Is benadryl (diphenhydramine) or simply sleep good for insomnia?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Short term: These otc meds are for short term purposes only. But insomnia should be addressed further if it becomes chronic as there ate many causes to this.
Answered 3/26/2013
6k views
Temporarily: Taking otc meds and even prescription pills are ok for a short term basis. Insomnia is often a multifaceted issue that needs proper evaluation and treatment. Often proper sleep hygiene is enough to correct the problem without the need for medications. As with any sleep aid, physical dependence is possible so avoid regular use. It is best to consult with a sleep specialist.
Answered 9/6/2013
6k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
I took NyQuil about 1.5 hours ago and I still feel terrible and cannot sleep. Can I take Benadryl (diphenhydramine)? If not, can I take an over the counter sleep aid?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I'm on 30 mg vyvanse for a month now. Having trouble sleeping at night (not too terrible but enough). I want to take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help at night. isok?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Is it okay if I take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night if I take adipex in the morning . I don't have trouble sleeping . I am just having a reaction to new soap?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Sleep depravation one night led to a chain of sleepless nights. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) sleep hygiene melatonin and no stimulants won't help how can I stop the chain?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Insomnia for twenty years. successful taking 1-1.5 mg klonazapam, 1/2-1pill of Ambien cr and either Advil PM or benadryl (diphenhydramine). Lately can't sleep and want to up kl to 2mg. Thoughts? TY
Is it safe to take one 25mg Benadryl (diphenhydramine) capsule solely as a sleep aid? Insomnia for a week, taking a toll on my physical and emotional well being.
I have severe insomnia caused by lexapro. What can I take together to make me sleep: zzzquil, nyquil, benadryl, (diphenhydramine) melatonin, clonidine?
I take Allegra (fexofenadine) (180mg) each night before bed for allergies. Can I also safely take a sleep aid like ZzQuil (diphenhydramine) for occasional insomnia?
Itchy red blotches started on arms..spread to neck, head, body, and legs. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) did not help. Difficulty sleeping. Ideas to help or what could be?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
