Posted by kerry B on June 30, 2000, at 6:56:26
In reply to Re: For EPS use cogentin or benadryl, Kerry, posted by danf on June 30, 2000, at 6:43:17
> Hey, Kerry
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> Yes, benadryl is mainly used as an anti-itch antihistamine & a cough med for kids.
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> It is used some times for EPS, but has the dis advantage of needing 3x a day dosage. this can make dosage easier if the sy are mild. usual dose 25mg TID.
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> It is an easy to get, cheap, over the counter med. it is a little more sedating than some of the other meds Cam listed.
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> EPS & dystonia are not the same & one may have both side effects at the same time.
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> hope you are better soon.
Hi dan,
Actually I have some Benadryl in the cupboard, I have had a supply for the last few years and I never knew that it could help!!! I always keep a bottle there for the kids. I might as well start taking that seeing as the docs won't help!!!!
Thanks for that, I'll do it now but I'll start off at 3 x a day and see what happens!!!!
Amazed!!!!
Thanks.......
Kerry!
poster:kerry B
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