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Is Taking Benadryl for Insomnia Safe?

Medically reviewed by Daniel Combs, MD Key Takeaways Benadryl is used for insomnia but should only be used short-term for up ...
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamine that is commonly used to treat allergy symptoms, like sneezing, itching, and hives (rashes), motion sickness, and even difficulty ...