Can I Take Multaq Along With Benadryl?

Posted on Sun, 17 Aug 2014

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Sun, 17 Aug 2014 Answered on

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Question : I take multaq 400 mg twice daily . I have some symptoms that are consistent with allergy. Is it safe to take Benadryl ?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Take under caution...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

There are no known interactions between benadryl and multaq. However benadryl contains antihistamines. Antihistamine agents can raise heart rate which might trigger arrhythmia. So unless and until I am very sure you indeed have allergic manifestation, I will refrain from using benadryl

Hope this helps.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju