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Reactine Vs Benadryl
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Is Claritin comparable to benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Both AH: Both act in similar fashion except that Benadryl (diphenhydramine) causes drowsiness and dry mouth in a much higher percentage of people and it works for just a few hours vs claritin's nearly 24 hours duration of action. ...Read more
Diphenhydramine (Definition)
Diphenhydramine is a sedating antihistamine which is a kind of antihistamine type drug (common ...Read more
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Benadryl (diphenhydramine) vs. Claritin. Which one is better?
Depends on reason: Both are antihistamines, both are effective for allergies. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) may be more potent and work better in some individuals, but causes much more sleepiness and the effects wear off more quickly than with claritin. ...Read more
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Claritin versus Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for kids?
Work differently: Claritin in a non-drowsy antihistamine. It doesn't cause sleepiness, but you need to use it every day for it to work really well. It's lousy for severe allergic reactions because it takes days to be fully effective. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) causes drowsiness and only lasts for six hours, but is great for severe allergic reactions and works very quickly. If you're exposed and need help now, Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is better. ...Read more
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Zyrtec vs cetirizine?
Same and different: Both one and same thing antihitamine once a day pill generic vs no generic, both over the counter. Should be taken at night as it can make you sleepy. Try not to take every day every pill has side effects. ...Read more
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Reactine vs benadryl, (diphenhydramine) which one is more effective?
1st generation vs2nd: Reactine is ceterizine, a second generation antihistamine supposedly non sedating, but some patients get sedated, it a powerful antihistamine, its main advantages over first generation is that patients don't develop tolerance (i.E need to increase the dose to keep the same effect) and s taken once daily, unlike Benadryl (diphenhydramine) , 1st generation antihistamine, > once a day dosing, tolerance can develop. ...Read more
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Is Claritin like benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Yes: Both are antihistamines. They exert similar physiologic effects. ...Read more
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Is loratadine like benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Kinda mostly: Loratadine is a 'non-sedating antihistamine, ' and Diphenhydramine (/benadryl) is a sedating antihistamine (aka: older / h1 & h2 blocker), so yes, they are close cousins in intended effects--just differ in side effects. ...Read more
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What is diphenhydromebe citrate vs diphenhydramine hci?
Similar: Just different "salts" with the same active ingredient. ...Read more
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Difference between loratadine and benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Different drug class: Although both are antihistamines, they are different chemicals. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is sedating. Loratadine is not. ...Read more
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Benadryl (diphenhydramine) allergy 1 or 2 tablets?
Look on Box: The dosing for Benadryl (diphenhydramine) should be on then label on the side of the box. ...Read more
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Is taking Benadryl (diphenhydramine) with codeine safe?
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) & Codeine: Hello. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and codeine taken together could make you sleepy so please make sure that you are not driving, operating equipment, or involved in any activities which require your cognition to be 100% on point! Are you taking Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to counteract itching from codeine? If so, you may need to talk to your provider about trying something different. ...Read more
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Is using Benadryl (diphenhydramine) better than reactine to stop rhinitis? Thanks.
Both r antihistamine: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) (diphehydramine) is a 1st generation antihistamine, probably causes sedation, which might abate with continued usage, but has the problem of tolerance, (meaning u might need an extra dosage to have the same effect), reactine (ceterizine) is 2nd generation, mostly nonsedating and doesn't cause tolerance, at any rate you need to be evaluated by an allergist to better direct ur therapy. ...Read more
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Allergic to benadryl, (diphenhydramine) is xyzal safe for me, or will it gives me hives as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) did?
No: Xyzal has different chemical of antihistamine-levoceterizine as in zyrtec.You should not have any problem..Benadryl (diphenhydramine) has Diphenhydramine as chemical. ...Read more
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What antihistamine would be comparable to fexofenadine (allegra)? Is Claritin (loratadine) or zyrtec comparable?
All similar: The various antihistamines such as fexofenidine, Claritin (loratadine) and zyrtec are comparable for allergy symptoms. Some people will find that one medication works better for them than another one. ...Read more
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Which is better for poison ivy, Claratin or Benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Either: Both will help control the itching. Neither will make it go away. ...Read more
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Allegra (fexofenadine) vs allegra (fexofenadine) d: what is the difference?
Allegra (fexofenadine) vs Allegra (fexofenadine) D: Hello, Allegra (fexofenadine) is an antihistamine that helps with an allergic disorder. Allegra (fexofenadine) d is the same medication with an added decongestant. This medication will help you resolve your congestion. ...Read more
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Is it safer to take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or hydroxyzine while taking tramadol 75-100mg?
Neither is better: Since both of the drugs have sedating effects, the choice would depend on which sedates you less or more (depending on your goal). Neither interacts with tramadol otherwise. ...Read more
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Wy is Benadryl (diphenhydramine) more effective for hives than Allegra?
Not true.: The second generation antihistamines ( cetirizine, fexofenadine, loratadine) are just as effective as the first generation ( diphenhydramine, hydroxyzine). The effect you see may be difference in dosing? ...Read more
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Is Claritin (loratadine) same as benedryl?
Not exactly: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is diphenydramine, an old first generation antihistamines that lasts about 6 hours and can cause drowsiness and other side effects. Claritin (loratadine) is a new generation antihistamine that can last 24 hours and has less side effects. At this time, there is no real advantage to benadryl, (diphenhydramine) unless a person also wants some sleep.... ...Read more
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What's better for hives, Zantac 150 or benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is better than zantac. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an h1 blocker, zantac is not. I like Allegra more than Benadryl (diphenhydramine) because Allegra does not cause drowsiness. ...Read more
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Reactine vs benadryl, (diphenhydramine) which one is more effective?
1st generation vs2nd: Reactine is ceterizine, a second generation antihistamine supposedly non sedating, but some patients get sedated, it a powerful antihistamine, its main advantages over first generation is that patients don't develop tolerance (i.E need to increase the dose to keep the same effect) and s taken once daily, unlike Benadryl (diphenhydramine) , 1st generation antihistamine, > once a day dosing, tolerance can develop. ...Read more
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I took reactine six hours ago can I now take benadryl
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Yes: Antihistamine is safe even with 4x the average daily dose. The major side effects would be dry mouth and drowsiness ( the latter much less common if one uses the non-sedating type). I believe reactine is equivalent to Claritin (loratadine) in the us. Short answer- it is ok. ...Read more
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Is it okay to take a Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night after 2 reactine?
Not a good idea: Reactin not available as a brand name in usa.But it is available under this brand name in europe in doses 5, 10 and 20 mgm .I will not recommend taking 2 reactin and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) together at night but i will suggest you discuss with your doctor if you still have concern. ...Read more
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Took 2 reactine e.s 24 hours ago. Safe to take 2 benadryl (diphenhydramine) now?
Yes: As long as you are aware that this may make you drowsy- perhaps that's what you want in the first place. ...Read more
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I take 2 tabs of OTC reactine 10mg QID. However I ran out tonight. I have OTC benadryl (diphenhydramine) 25mg here and want to know the quantity of benadryl (diphenhydramine) required to?
What for? : Why are you taking that much of antihistamines? If you reached that uncontrollable stage , you need to see a doctor, good luck ...Read more
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Is using Benadryl (diphenhydramine) better than reactine to stop rhinitis? Thanks.
Both r antihistamine: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) (diphehydramine) is a 1st generation antihistamine, probably causes sedation, which might abate with continued usage, but has the problem of tolerance, (meaning u might need an extra dosage to have the same effect), reactine (ceterizine) is 2nd generation, mostly nonsedating and doesn't cause tolerance, at any rate you need to be evaluated by an allergist to better direct ur therapy. ...Read more
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Is it okay to take zyrtec with benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Not really: These are both antihistamines. If both are needed then physician guidance should be sought. ...Read more
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Benadryl (diphenhydramine) knocks me out, will zyrtec do the same?
Less likely: Although Zyrtec can cause drowsiness in 10-15% of the people, it is likely to cause much less drowsiness than Benadryl (diphenhydramine) which is often used as a sleep-aid in OTC medications. ...Read more
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Taking zyrtec and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at the same time okay?
Depends: The combination can cause increased drowsiness; however, if you are taking zyrtec for allergies and you have an allergic reaction, you can take an additional benadryl (diphenhydramine). You should always discuss these interactions with your doctor. ...Read more
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I took zyrtec at 5 pm and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) 9 pm is that ok?
Yes: If you take the recommended dose, it should be okay to combine these two medications. ...Read more
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Is it ok to take zyrtec after you've taken benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Yes: Antihistamine is safe even with 4x the average daily dose. The major side effects would be dry mouth and drowsiness ( the latter much less common if one uses the non-sedating type). ...Read more
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Can you take zyrtec during day and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night?
Zyrtec and Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Hello. These two antihistamines taken together will probably cause sedation. As physicians, we often times double up on antihistamines in challenging cases but i usually use non-sedating antihistamines when I do this. There are other medications that may work better than this combination. Check with your doctor for other options. ...Read more
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Is safe if i take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) six hours after take zyrtec?
Should be ok: While taking Benadryl (diphenhydramine) after zyrtec should be ok, it would be even better to know the underlying trigger to allow less medication usage. An allergist could determine why symptoms are not controlled with less medication. ...Read more
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Should i take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) until my zyrtec really kicks in?
Probably not helpful: Both drugs need to be absorbed by the GI system before they take effect to stop itching and sneezing (can take up to 1 hr). Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can dry up mucus (and make you sleepy), which zyrtec will not do at any time. If you have taken zyrtec for several days without relief from itching or sneezing, you may have something besides allergies (e.g. A cold) or need a different treatment. See your doctor. ...Read more
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I had zyrtec about 6 hours ago. Can i take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) now?
Yes you can: Yes you can if your symptoms are not controlled with zyrtec (cetirizine) alone for short period. ...Read more
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Is it possible for you to take zyrtec and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) in the same day?
Yes you can: You can take both medications at the same time providing that you follow the recommended otc doses. ...Read more
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Can you tell me is it ok to take zyrtec for daytime and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for night?
Yes it is ok: Yes it is ok as long as you are using it for short period when your allergy symptoms are not controlled with zyrtec (cetirizine) and you are not able to sleep due to allergy symptoms. ...Read more
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Well, i took Benadryl (diphenhydramine) about 12 hours ago and i was wondering, may i take zyrtec?
Antihistamines: Yes you can, but you really should have some doctor guidance with your medications, because you did not mention what symptoms you are treating with the antihistamines and they may not be the ideal medication if you are not responding to one and need to add another. Talk to your doctor. ...Read more
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I took a zyrtec about 12 hrs ago and was wondering if it was ok to take one benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Yes: it is not harmful to take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) after Zyrtec- both medications are antihistamines and generally you would not need to take both of them Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is a stronger antihistamine and may help with symptoms unresolved by Zyrtec - it often has more sedation as side effect than Zyrtec ...Read more
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Long term use of children's Benadryl (diphenhydramine) vs zyrtec. Which one works best with the least chance of becoming tolerant or non responsive ? Should i alternate
Allergy Meds: One should see an allergist to identify the allergens ang get appropriate treatment. Long term use of Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or zurtec specially at young age without physician supervision is harmful. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answerBenadryl (Definition)
Diphenhydramine is a sedating antihistamine which is a kind of antihistamine type drug (common ...Read more
Cetirizine (Definition)
Ceftirizine is the generic name of an antihistamine previously marketed under the ...Read more