Benadryl

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Benadryl is a widely used over-the-counter antihistamine medication commonly taken to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and runny nose.

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Benadryl canonical 1

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Predicate Object
instanceOf antihistamine medication
brand name drug
activeIngredient diphenhydramine
availableAs capsule
chewable tablet
injection
liquid
tablet
topical cream
topical gel
topical spray
commonSideEffect blurred vision
constipation
dizziness
drowsiness
dry mouth
urinary retention
durationOfAction approximately 4 to 6 hours
hasPharmacologicalClass first-generation antihistamine
hasProperty crosses blood–brain barrier
sedating
hasWarning may cause sedation
may impair ability to drive or operate machinery
use with caution in elderly patients
use with caution in patients with glaucoma
use with caution in patients with prostate enlargement
use with caution in patients with urinary retention
legalStatus over-the-counter medication in many countries
mayBeUsedOffLabelFor motion sickness prevention
short-term insomnia
mechanismOfAction H1 receptor antagonist
onsetOfAction typically within 15 to 60 minutes
pregnancyCategory use only if clearly needed and directed by a healthcare provider
routeOfAdministration injectable
oral
topical
treats allergic conjunctivitis symptoms
allergic reactions
allergic rhinitis
common cold symptoms
contact dermatitis itching
hives
insect bite reactions
insect sting reactions
itching
perennial allergies
pruritus
runny nose
seasonal allergies
sneezing
urticaria
watery eyes

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Kenvue ownsBrand Benadryl