Is taking 100mg of diphenhydramine to sleep at night safe?

Sleeping Pills: Diphenhydramine, while considered safe in occasional doses, represents the significant disease of addiction when taken daily and in high doses. The obsession to sleep by taking pills can lead one to the depths of despair, isolation, and a small life. You are only 24 years old. You do not have a disease that gives you insomnia. You must have a frank conversation with yourself and stop these pills.

Long term problems: The problem with long term Diphenhydramine long term is the occurrence of developing a hang over the next morning. Consider melatonin speak to your doctor about other alternatives.

Exceeds recomended: This is twice the recommended dose as a sleep aid. The general therapuetic dose is up to 1mg/kg so you might tolerate this dose ok if you weigh at or above 220 lb. At this level caution is advised.You would likely remai groggy for 4-8 hours under the effects of the medication.Operation of a motor vehicle or tools would be unwise.