Indoor Allergens (cont.)
Medical Author:
Rick Kulkarni, MD
Coauthor:
Kathryn L Hale, MS, PA-C
Medical Editor:
Richard F Lockey, MD
Medical Editor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Timothy D Rice, MD
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Self-Care at HomeNonprescription antihistamine medication such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) by mouth reduces the itch and watery eyes. Caution - these medications may make you too drowsy to drive or operate machinery safely. They can interfere with concentration or with children's learning at school. They are to be used for a few days only. Next Page: Must Read Articles Related to Indoor Allergens
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