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Which adverse effect is NOT commonly associated with diphenhydramine?
Which adverse effect is NOT commonly associated with diphenhydramine?
- Photosensitivity
- Dry mouth
- Urinary retention
- Nausea (correct)
What is a paradoxical response some people may experience with diphenhydramine?
What is a paradoxical response some people may experience with diphenhydramine?
- Restlessness (correct)
- Photosensitivity
- Urinary retention
- Drowsiness
Why is diphenhydramine contraindicated in narrow-angle glaucoma patients?
Why is diphenhydramine contraindicated in narrow-angle glaucoma patients?
- Improves night vision
- Causes pupil constriction
- Causes pupil dilation (correct)
- Reduces eye pressure
Which interaction with diphenhydramine can lead to an increased risk of hypertensive crisis?
Which interaction with diphenhydramine can lead to an increased risk of hypertensive crisis?
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What distinguishes non-sedating antihistamines from traditional antihistamines like diphenhydramine?
What distinguishes non-sedating antihistamines from traditional antihistamines like diphenhydramine?
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What is a common side effect of non-sedating antihistamines?
What is a common side effect of non-sedating antihistamines?
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What is a key anticholinergic property of diphenhydramine?
What is a key anticholinergic property of diphenhydramine?
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What should be avoided when taking diphenhydramine due to additive effects such as increased drowsiness?
What should be avoided when taking diphenhydramine due to additive effects such as increased drowsiness?
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What effect does pupil dilation due to diphenhydramine cause in patients?
What effect does pupil dilation due to diphenhydramine cause in patients?
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