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Is Benadryl Drug Good For Laryngitis?

I have laryngitis mostly due to spring allergies and have been run down. I’m also a teacher who talks a lot. Resting my voice, gargling with salt water, tea with honey. Would Benadryl hurt because it’s a decongestant? I am hoping to speed up recovery.
Thu, 9 Aug 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Benadryl is not commanded in laryngitis and it wont speed up recovery.
Some suggestions that I have for you are:
- Take anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen
- Drink liquids
- Rest

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Is Benadryl Drug Good For Laryngitis?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Benadryl is not commanded in laryngitis and it wont speed up recovery. Some suggestions that I have for you are: - Take anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen - Drink liquids - Rest Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.