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What is Diphenhydramine Overdose?

• Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that relieves allergy and insomnia
• Diphenhydramine Overdose is the accidental or intentional intake of the drug in dosage higher than the prescribed values
• The condition is diagnosed based upon the clinical history, combination of signs and symptoms, and additional tests (that may include, in some cases, radiological studies and laboratory tests)

Diphenhydramine Overdose may be also referred to as the following:

• Benadryl Overdose
• Nytol Overdose
• Sominex Overdose

What are the Causes of Diphenhydramine Overdose?

• Diphenhydramine Overdose is caused by the intake of diphenhydramine containing drug in dosage higher than normally prescribed
• This intake could be accidental, or in some cases intentional, to bring self-harm
• The drug may be sold as Tylenol PM, Benadryl, Nytol and Sominex among others

Note: The drug can interact with other prescribed or non-prescribed medications in the body. Such interactions may enhance the therapeutic effects of the drug or other medications being taken, resulting in undesired side effects (such as an overdose).

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Diphenhydramine Overdose?

The signs and symptoms of Diphenhydramine Overdose can vary from one individual to another. It may be mild in some and severe in others. Several systems of the body, such as the digestive system, nervous system, vascular system, respiratory system, skin and ENT may be affected.

The signs and symptoms of Diphenhydramine Overdose include:

• Intense drowsiness, restlessness, nausea
• Hallucinations, delirium, anxiety
• Difficulty speaking
• Increased heart rate
• Lack of muscle coordination; difficulty walking
• Dry mouth and eyes
• Impaired memory
• Flushed and dry skin
• Urination difficulties
• Blurry vision; dilated pupils
• Ringing in the ears
• Seizures