On the eve of an important business meeting, Steve presents with symptoms of a severe allergy. Steve can ill-afford to appear sedated or under medication during this meeting, so he asks the doctor to prescribe a suitable antihistamine. Which of the following drugs is the doctor most likely to prescribe?

A. Chlorpheniramine
B. Promethazine
C. Hydroxyzine
D. Diphenhydramine


Answer: A

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