Tag: diphenhydramine

15 December 2025 8 Comments Maya Tillingford

Antihistamines and Restless Legs: Worsening Symptoms and Safe Alternatives

Sedating antihistamines like Benadryl can worsen restless legs syndrome by blocking dopamine in the brain. Learn which allergy meds are safe and what alternatives work better for RLS sufferers.

4 December 2025 10 Comments Maya Tillingford

Antihistamines and Dementia Risk: What You Need to Know About Long-Term Use

Long-term use of first-generation antihistamines like Benadryl may increase dementia risk due to anticholinergic effects. Safer alternatives exist-here’s what you need to know to protect cognitive health.