Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is an antiemetic and is used for what other condition?
1. Headaches
2. Edema
3. Epitasis
4. Rash
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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is an antihistamine that blocks histamine receptors on peripheral effector cells. It is an anticholinergic with sedative properties.
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A) IgA B) IgE C) IgG D) IgM