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A member asked:
Can u take benadryl (diphenhydramine) and pennicillin together?
12 doctors weighed in across 7 answers
Yes: The two can be taken at the same time and do not interfere with one another.
Answered 9/16/2013
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Yes: There is no problem taking both of those medications at same time but you shouldn't take penicillin if you have an allergy to it even with benadryl (diphenhydramine).
Answered 9/16/2013
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Yes: They have different actions and effects.
Answered 4/25/2015
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Yes: No reason you couldn't take these two medications together in normal dosing.
Answered 9/16/2013
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No interactions: Would not consider an interaction between these two. Here is a link to check out medication interactions in the future. http://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.html.
Answered 9/26/2013
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Yes: You can take them both best with food. Be aware however Benadryl (diphenhydramine) may make you very drowsy. Extreme caution if you drive. Or better yet, don't drive!
Answered 4/24/2016
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Interaction: There is no known interation between above two meds. Consult your pcp as well.
Answered 9/16/2013
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