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Does benadryl (diphenhydramine) affect memory in children?

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short term effect: Benedryl will cross into the brain and interfere with the chemicals that transfer brain messages. It can cause sleepiness and may thus reduce short term memory or comprehension. The effect is temporary.

Dr Zacharisen agreed

Answered 9/4/2016

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