Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
benadryl
noun
/ˈbɛn.ə.drɪl/
Definition
Benadryl is a brand name for the antihistamine diphenhydramine, which is used to relieve symptoms of allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.
Examples
- Many people take Benadryl to relieve their allergy symptoms during pollen season.
- After the bee sting, she took Benadryl to reduce the swelling and itching.
- Before the flight, he took Benadryl to help him sleep on the plane.
Meaning
It helps to alleviate symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, and hives by blocking the action of histamine in the body.
Synonyms
- Diphenhydramine
- Allergy relief medication
- Cold medication
