Is it safe to take Benadryl and Pepcid both at once?

February 17, 2015
Asked By:Nimrin in Maine, ME

I heard a rumor that Pepcid works well for post-surgical itch. I also heard people like to use Benadryl for this. I wanted to know if you can take these both together without an adverse reaction.

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February 24, 2015

Answer: Post surgical itching

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February 24, 2015

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Answer: Post surgical itch

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Answer: Post surgical itch

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February 24, 2015

Answer: It's safe

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February 24, 2015

Answer: It's safe

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