Difenhidramine

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl^®, Sominex^®, and many others) is an antihistamine drug approved for treating a variety of conditions. Depending on the particular product, it can be used to treat allergies, common cold symptoms, insomnia, and Parkinson's disease. Some versions can be found over the counter, while others are available by prescription only. You should talk to your healthcare provider before using this medication if you have COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), high blood pressure, or asthma.

(To learn more about this drug, click Diphenhydramine. This article covers topics such as dosing information, various products and strengths, and potential side effects. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on diphenhydramine.)