Benadryl Interactions Checker – Drugs.com

Print

Save

There are 433 drugs known to interact with
Benadryl (diphenhydramine), along with
8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction.

Of the total drug interactions,
14 are major, 417 are moderate, and 2 are minor.

Does Benadryl interact with my other drugs?

Enter other medications to view a detailed report.

• View all 433 medications that may interact with Benadryl
• View Benadryl alcohol/food interactions (1)
• View Benadryl disease interactions (8)

Most frequently checked interactions

View interaction reports for Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and the medicines listed below.

• Major
• Moderate
• Minor
• Unknown

• acetaminophen
• albuterol
• amlodipine
• aspirin
• atorvastatin
• Claritin (loratadine)
• clonazepam
• cyclobenzaprine
• Flonase (fluticasone nasal)
• gabapentin
• hydroxyzine
• ibuprofen
• levothyroxine
• lisinopril
• magnesium oxide
• melatonin
• metformin
• omeprazole
• pantoprazole
• prednisone
• Singulair (montelukast)
• tramadol
• trazodone
• Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin)
• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
• Xanax (alprazolam)
• Zofran (ondansetron)
• Zyrtec (cetirizine)

Benadryl alcohol/food interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Benadryl disease interactions

There are 8 disease interactions with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) which include:

• depression
• anticholinergic effects
• asthma/COPD
• cardiovascular
• renal/liver disease
• glaucoma
• liver disease
• resp depression

Report options

Loading…

QR code containing a link to this page

More about Benadryl (diphenhydramine)

• Benadryl consumer information
• Compare alternatives
• Pricing & coupons
• Reviews (73)
• Drug images
• Latest FDA alerts (3)
• Side effects
• Dosage information
• Patient tips
• During pregnancy
• Support group
• Drug class: anticholinergic antiemetics
• Breastfeeding
• En español

Related treatment guides

• Allergic Reactions
• Allergic Rhinitis
• Cough
• Cold Symptoms

Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.

Major	Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate	Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor	Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown	No interaction information available.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Medical Disclaimer

Benadryl and Alcohol/Food Interactions – Drugs.com

Print

Save

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Ask your doctor before using diphenhydrAMINE together with ethanol. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking diphenhydrAMINE. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Switch to professional interaction data

Benadryl drug interactions

There are 433 drug interactions with Benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Benadryl disease interactions

There are 8 disease interactions with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) which include:

• depression
• anticholinergic effects
• asthma/COPD
• cardiovascular
• renal/liver disease
• glaucoma
• liver disease
• resp depression

Report options

Loading. ..

QR code containing a link to this page

More about Benadryl (diphenhydramine)

• Benadryl consumer information
• Check interactions
• Compare alternatives
• Pricing & coupons
• Reviews (73)
• Drug images
• Latest FDA alerts (3)
• Side effects
• Dosage information
• Patient tips
• During pregnancy
• Support group
• Drug class: anticholinergic antiemetics
• Breastfeeding
• En español

Related treatment guides

• Allergic Reactions
• Allergic Rhinitis
• Cough
• Cold Symptoms

Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.

Major	Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate	Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor	Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown	No interaction information available.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Medical Disclaimer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) side effects, warnings, uses

Benadryl

• Generic Name: Diphenhydramine
• Brand Name: Benadryl

• Overview
• Consumer Information
• Professional Information
• Related Resources 9000 6

Benadryl Side Effects Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

What is Benadryl?

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine used to treat allergies, hives, insomnia, motion sickness, and mild cases of parkinsonism. Benadryl is available in generic form and over the counter (OTC).

What are the side effects of Benadryl?

Common side effects of Benadryl include:

• drowsiness,0006
• dizziness,
• incoordination,
• constipation,
• dry mouth/nose/throat,
• difficulty urinating or enlarged prostate,
• indigestion,
• blurred vision,
• double vision,
• tremor,
• loss of appetite,
• headache, or
• nausea.

Dosage for Benadryl

The typical dose of Benadryl is 25-50 mg every 4-6 hours.

What drugs, substances or supplements interact with Benadryl?

Benadryl may interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), other over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or insomnia medicines, anxiety or sleep medicines, antidepressants, or any other medicines that make you sleepy, sleepy, or relaxed. Tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking.

Benadryl during pregnancy and lactation

Benadryl has not been adequately evaluated in pregnant women. Benadryl is excreted in breast milk. Due to the risk of stimulation and seizures in infants, especially neonates and premature infants, breastfeeding mothers should not use antihistamines.

More Information

Our Benadryl Side Effects Center provides a comprehensive overview of the available drug information about the potential side effects of this medication.

This is not a complete list of side effects and they may occur. Ask your doctor about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

side effects of lexapro in women

Consumer Information Benadryl

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : urticaria; labored breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using diphenhydramine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• palpitations or fluttering in the chest;
• painful or difficult urination;
• little or no urination;
• confusion, feeling like you might pass out, or
• tightness in the neck or jaw, uncontrollable tongue movements.

Common side effects may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination;
• dry mouth, nose or throat;
• constipation, indigestion;
• dry eyes, blurred vision; or
• daytime sleepiness or a feeling of “hangover” after nighttime use.

This is not a complete list of side effects and they may occur. Ask your doctor about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Read the entire detailed patient monograph for Benadryl (diphenhydramine)

Learn More ‘ Benadryl Professional Information

SIDE EFFECTS

Use of this product:

• marked drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic beverages
• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• irritability may occur, especially in children
• be careful when driving or operating machinery

Read all FDA prescribing information for Benadryl (diphenhydramine)

Read More ‘ Benadryl Related Resources

Related Health

• Allergy (Allergy)
• Drug Side Effects
• Eczema
• Urticaria (urticaria and angioedema) edema)
• Itching (itching or itching)
• Parkinson’s disease
• Scabies (mites)
• Sleep disorders (how to sleep well)

Concomitant drugs

• Adrenaline
• Allegra
• Allegra-D
• Allegra-D 24 hours
• Asteline
• Atarax
• Auvi-Q
• Azelastine nasal spray
• Benadryl for injection
• Clarinex
• Clarinex-D 12 hours
• Clarinex-D 24 hours
• Claritin
• Claritin D
• Deconex DMX
• Doral
• Elocon
• Epinastine hydrochloride
• Grastek

9001 1 Carbinal ER

• Kenalog Spray
• Meclizine hydrochloride

• MiCort HC
• omnam
• Orapred ODT
• Palforzia

900 11 Patanase nasal spray

• Pulmonary
• Millet
• Eto Lamb
• Ragvitek
• RyClora
• Sumavel Dosepro
• Tests
• Thorazine
• Tiklast
• Tuzistra XR
• Ultraveit
• Veramist
• Vistaril
• Xtrelus
• Zostavax
• Zyrtec
• Zyrtec-D

Read Benadryl User Reviews»

Patient Information x Benadryl is provided by Cerner Multum, Inc. and Benadryl consumer information is provided by First Databank, Inc., used under license and subject to their respective copyrights.

Benadryl (Diphenhydramine): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions, Warning

Benadryl

• Generic Name: Diphenhydramine
• Brand Name: Benadryl

• Product Description
• Indications and Dosage
• warnings and precautions
• Overdose and contraindications
• Clinical pharmacology
• medicines

Product Description

What is Benadryl and how is it used?

Benadryl is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of allergic reactions, insomnia, and motion sickness. Benadryl can be used alone or with other medicines.

Benadryl belongs to a class of drugs called 1st generation antihistamines, antiemetics.

Benadryl is not known to be safe and effective in children under 2 years of age.

What are the possible side effects of Benadryl?

Benadryl can cause serious side effects, including:

• rapid heartbeat or fluttering in the chest,
• painful or difficult urination,
• little or no urination,
• confusion ,
• lightheadedness ,
• tightness in the neck or jaw, and
• uncontrollable movements of your tongue

Get medical help right away if you have any of the above symptoms.

pink eye medicines without a prescription

The most common side effects of Benadryl include:

• dizziness,
• drowsiness,
• loss of coordination,
• dry mouth, nose or throat,
• constipation, 900 06
• upset stomach,
• dry eyes,
• blurred vision and
• daytime sleepiness or hangover

Tell your doctor if you have any side effects that bother you or that don’t go away.

These are not all possible side effects of Benadryl. For more information, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your doctor about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

DESCRIPTION

Benadryl Allergy contains the histamine blocker diphenhydramine. This product relieves: runny nose; sneezing itchy, watery eyes; itching in the throat.

omega-3 acid ethyl ester caps

Ingredient

Inactive Ingredients

candelilla wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, providone, pregelatinized starch, starch, stearic acid, titanium dioxide and talc

* Effect on general nasal symptoms in allergy to Benadryl (diphenhydramine) 50 mg 3 times a day. Use as directed.

Indications and dosage

INDICATIONS

Benadryl Allergy (diphenhydramine)

• temporarily relieves these symptoms caused by hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
  • runny nose

  90 011 sneezing

  • itchy, watery eyes
  • itchy nose or throat
• temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold:
  • runny nose
  • sneezing

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Directions

• do not use more than indicated (see OVERDOSE warning)

** 12. 5 mg dosage not available in Benadryl (diphenhydramine) Allergy Kapseals.

Other information

• Store between 59° and 77° F in a dry place.
• protect from light

HOW SUPPLIED

Available in:
Ultratabs: Box of 24, 48 and 100 tablets
Capsals capsules: box of 24 and 48

FDA revision date: 07/01/1997

Side effects and drug interactions

SIDE EFFECTS

When using this product:

• marked drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic beverages
• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• may cause excitability, especially in children
• be careful when driving or operating machinery

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

Warnings and Precautions

WARNINGS

Alcohol Warning : If you drink 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor if you should take paracetamol or other pain/fever medications. Acetaminophen can cause liver damage.

PRECAUTIONS

No information provided.

Overdose and contraindications

OVERDOSAGE

Overdose warning : Taking more than the recommended dose may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, seek medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Prompt medical attention is important for both adults and children, even if you don’t notice any signs or symptoms.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

No information provided.

maximum amount of niacin per day

Clinical pharmacology

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

No information provided.

Medication Guide

PATIENT INFORMATION

Do not use

• with another product containing any of these active ingredients
• if you are currently taking a prescription monoamine oxidase (MA) inhibitor OI) (certain drugs used to treat depression, mental or emotional states or Parkinson’s disease), or within 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you are unsure if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
• with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even if used on the skin.

Consult a physician before use if you have heart disease

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

when should I take magnesium citrate

When using this product

do not use more than indicated

• marked drowsiness may occur
• avoid alcoholic beverages
• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness children

Stop using and see a doctor if

• redness or swelling
• severe sore throat
• You are nervous, experience dizziness or insomnia

,

• new symptoms of
• fever are increased or more than 3 days

,

• pain, cough or nose, accumulation worsens or lasts more than 5 days (children) or 7 days (adults) 9000,
• pain in the pain in sore throat lasts more than 2 days, accompanied by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea or vomiting or followed by
• cough comes back or occurs with persistent rash or headache.