ATLANTA — The trees are blooming and so are allergies. One allergy sufferer reached out to our 11Alive Verify team, wanting to know more about over the counter medicine Benadryl and its potential side ...

Dr. Anna Wolfson says she sees dangerous misuse of the allergy medication diphenhydramine in her clinic every day. “If someone has an allergic reaction to a food, people will say, ‘Don’t worry, I have ...

Doctors warn diphenhydramine (sold as Benadryl) may carry serious long-term side effects. Overuse can lead to sedation, cognitive issues, and even accidental overdose. Safer allergy alternatives like ...

Benadryl can cause certain side effects, some of which are more common than others. These side effects may be temporary, lasting a few days to weeks. However, if the side effects last longer than that ...

Every allergy medication has its pros and cons. Here’s what to know. Credit...Amanda Hakan for The New York Times Supported by By Simar Bajaj Q: My allergist says that Benadryl isn’t safe. What’s the ...

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is a brand-name drug used for allergies, allergic reactions, and itching. Benadryl comes in several forms that are available over the counter. The dosage can vary depending ...

Hydroxyzine (whose brand names include Vistaril) and Benadryl (the brand name of diphenhydramine) are both first-generation antihistamines and share many similarities, including sedating side effects.

Some research has found a link between the risk of dementia in older adults and a class of medications that includes Benadryl. But there’s no research to suggest that taking Benadryl when younger can ...