If you take Benadryl, Nytol, or ZzzQuil to sleep, it might be worth a second look. These meds contain diphenhydramine, which can cause drowsiness, but long-term use has been linked to memory issues in older adults. They can also cause grogginess, dry mouth, and other side effects. Do you use these regularly? #medical #health #sleep #healthtips #benadryl Reference: JAMA Intern Med. 2015;175(3):401–407. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2014.7663 | Kunal Sood, MD

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) can cause several side effects that are unpleasant. Some people can have worsened restless legs syndrome but we do not fully understand why. This is much less likely to occur with newer antihistamines. General educational purposes only #medications #sideeffects #allergies #doctor | Zachary Rubin, MD