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 ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Some doctors say Benadryl should be phased out due to ...

Hydroxyzine and Benadryl are both sedating antihistamines that help manage allergy symptoms. Hydroxyzine is only available with a prescription and can also help control anxiety. Unlike Benadryl, it ...

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 ...

Benadryl can cause drowsiness and should not be used when driving. Taking large doses of Benadryl can lead to serious health issues like cardiac arrest and death. People with glaucoma should talk to a ...