Posted on 04/12/2021 9:44:49 AM PDT by CondoleezzaProtege
"Got it. So Benadryl is the only OTC?"
I am prescribed hydroxy zine also. I tend to have airway affective issues in the spring when the multitudes of trees with white blossoms, blossom. I don’t know what they are, but despite their beauty, they’ve landed me in the hospital twice, unable to breath.
I’m prescribed it for a sleep disorder but it has the added benefit of getting me through spring time, intact.
“Of the three I’ve only used Benadryl. Causes drowsiness. Long term use causes hypertension.”
Driving Under The Influence Of the Over The Counter drugs in California:
Those are some of the warnings on an over-the-counter box of Benadryl. What most California drivers do not know is that it is possible to be arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of Benadryl.Jun 4, 2016
JUNE 4, 2016
Is Driving Under The Influence Of Over The Counter Medication DUI?
by William Weinberg
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DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ….. BENADRYL?
When using this product:
Marked drowsiness may occur
be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
https://www.orangecountyduilawyerblog.com/driving-influence-counter-medication-dui/
According to the FAA, sedating medications should not be taken until:
At least five maximal dosing intervals have passed. For example, if the medication is taken every 4-6 hours, wait 30 hours (5×6) after the last dose to fly, or,
At least five times the maximum terminal elimination half-life has passed. For example, if the medication half-life is 6-8 hours, wait 40 hours (5×8) after the last dose to fly.
At least five maximal dosing intervals* have passed. For example, if the medication is taken every 4-6 hours, wait 30 hours (5×6) after the last dose to fly, or,
At least five times the maximum terminal elimination half-life has passed. For example, if the medication half-life* is 6-8 hours, wait 40 hours (5×8) after the last dose to fly.
They do have non drowsy Benadryl!!
I have been using azelastine spray for a few years for over abundant nasal drip. It works.
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