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Can we take Benadryl if we have pbc?

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gwillistexas

Yes

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Pamela4475 in reply to gwillistexas

Thank you

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You’re welcome. My GI & pharmacist said keep it on hand. I bought Children’s liquid & had my pharmacist calculate my dosage. Liquid takes effect quicker👍

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Pamela4475 in reply to gwillistexas

So good to hear it and sometimes the itching leads to a panic attack and that makes everything worse.... Benadryl can help that too.... how much do u take?

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gwillistexas in reply to Pamela4475

I believe it is 2-4 tsp every 4 hrs. He did say 4 tsp might make me drowsy. If you go that route (liquid) just ask your pharmacist his dosage recommendation.

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Thanks so much 😊

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❣️🦋

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Pamela4475 in reply to gwillistexas

Are u in Texas and if so where?

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gwillistexas in reply to Pamela4475

Yes. Tyler. Where are you?

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Pamela4475 in reply to gwillistexas

Galveston

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gwillistexas in reply to Pamela4475

Well, you’re not too terribly far, lol! Good to know you’re in Texas. 🦋

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Pamela4475 in reply to gwillistexas

If u r ever up this way call and we can do lunch

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Oh, that would be so nice! 👌🤗

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Pamela4475 in reply to gwillistexas

It did help

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gwillistexas in reply to Pamela4475

Did you take pill or liquid? Just curious

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Yankeerose3

My dr told me I could take benadryl for the itching

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lempeck214

My hepatologist prefers I take benadryl over prescription medications if it helps the itch. I do fine with it.

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