September 12th, 2008
Product Review - Benadryl
I’m fairly certain that many, many of you have tried one of my favorite over the counter drugs, Benadryl. It’s a remarkable anti-allergy medication. Gone are the runny noses and itchy watering eyes. It comes in many different varieties for adults: liqui-gels, ultra tabs, quick dissolve strips and capsules. Children can consume it in liquid form. Millions of people around the globe must enjoy rapid allergy relief thanks to Benadryl.
But that’s not why I like this wonder drug so much. Did you know that Benadryl also works as a fabulous sleep-aid? In fact, Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25mg, is the active ingredient in Tylenol PM, Advil PM and wait for it… Sominex. All of these sleep remedies are really just Benedryl. And do you know what else? You don’t have to pay name brand prices. Sorry McNeil-PPC inc. They make Diphenhydramine HCL in slim price brands; it’s even sold at the DollarTree and 99 cent stores. That’s right, two little, pink pills and it’s nighty night.
I do have to say the only problem with Benadryl is that it works too well as a sleep-aid. I’m knocked out for the night, and I wake up groggy. I have a hard time peeling myself out of bed. In fact, my good friend, Melissa, even has a name for it, “Benebriated.” Basically it’s a Benadryl hang over. Yet, after hours of tossing and turning, I know it works every time. The good news is that it usually wears off after my morning shower. Thank you Benadryl! You’ve saved me many a sleepless night.
