Diphenhydramine Side Effects

If you’ve just started taking Benadryl, an anti-allergy drug, you may want to know all risks associated with it and how to avoid them. The given infographic includes 6 side effects that are reported most often. In general, they are mild and temporary.
To prevent more severe effects, stick to the dosage and the ways of administration specified in the information leaflet that comes with the medicine or in the prescription sheet.
AddictionResource authors recommend not drinking alcoholic beverages during Benadryl therapy as it can increase certain side effects. Try to avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities until you understand how this drug affects you. Diphenhydramine can make a user drowsy or impair judgment and reactions. Also, don’t mix it with other medications, such as benzodiazepines, antidepressants, and antipsychotics.
Note that Benadryl is not for use in patients younger than 12 years old. And it shouldn’t be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Infographic Source: https://addictionresource.com/drugs/benadryl/side-effects/