Can Theraflu And Benadryl Be Taken Together?

Posted on Sat, 30 Jan 2016

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Question : Really stupid question j went to sleep taking 1/2 packet of theraflu the whole packet has 25 mg of diphenhydramine then I woke up couldn't sleep so I also took a Benadryl which has 25 mg of diphenhydramine but it says don't mix with other products with diphenhydramine. but recommended dosage for diphenhydramine is 25-50 mg so I am fine right???

Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Welcome and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
50 mg of diphenhydramine is fine unless it makes you sleepy or drowsy.
The recommendation for not mixing with other products is only to avoid an over dose.
Take care,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar