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Been drinking beer & having an allergic reaction, is benadryl (diphenhydramine) safe?

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Dr. James Fox answered

Yes, if not too much: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can cause drowsiness, which would be potentiated by alcohol. It would likely be safe after 1 beer, but would be problematic after more. I definitely would not drive after the combination.

Answered 10/4/2016

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