EpiPen is a first-line, emergency treatment for severe allergic reactions. Benadryl is used for milder allergic reactions. The decision of when to use one or the other depends on the specific symptoms ...

A massive global study has ranked the best and safest treatments for chronic hives when antihistamines fall short. The findings provide a clear treatment roadmap for both patients and clinicians alike ...

A recent medical review argued that the risks of the antihistamine Benadryl outweigh its benefits, and highlighted significant hazards of long-term use. Newer antihistamines have fewer side effects ...

I’ll never forget my battle with Benadryl. Years ago, when I worked in retail, I started getting hives every day for no apparent reason. A co-worker suggested I take Benadryl, and miraculously, it ...