feeling sleepy, or drowsy, during the daytime – drowsiness usually wears off 8 hours after a dose.
Does Benadryl leave you tired the next day?
Downsides of Using Benadryl for Sleep Second, although diphenhydramine might make you feel drowsy and help you fall asleep faster, it often causes next-day drowsiness and a hangover-like feeling in the morning. This means that while you might fall asleep faster, you may wind up feeling worse the next day.
How do I get rid of Benadryl drowsiness?
To reduce daytime drowsiness, take an antihistamine in the evening rather than in the morning. It may help you sleep, with drowsy effects wearing off by the next day. Be aware, though, that drowsiness can last longer than you might expect – and that some antihistamines can cause vivid or disturbing dreams.
Do you feel groggy after Benadryl?
For people who take an antihistamine such as Benadryl for a cold or allergies, drowsiness is often a welcome side effect.
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