Benadryl as sleeping pill? Safe?

Benadryl as sleeping pill? Safe?
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Having worked for many years with cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons, Benadryl was often advised as a sleep aid. Start with one capsule. The benefit is two-fold if you also suffer from allergies, environmental or otherwise.
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