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Updated · First Alert 4 · Jun 23Rock Township Warns Benadryl Misuse Can Trigger Seizures, Coma as Social Media Trend Resurfaces
2 articles · Updated · First Alert 4 · Jun 23Summary
- Rock Township Ambulance District told parents a renewed social media trend is encouraging children to misuse Benadryl and other medications.
- Large doses of Benadryl can cause blurred vision, rapid heart rate, seizures, life-threatening heart rhythm disturbances and coma, the district said.
- Parents and caregivers were urged to discuss medication dangers with children, keep drugs out of reach and learn overdose warning signs.
- Anyone who suspects poisoning or an overdose should call the Poison Help Line at 800-222-1222 immediately and also contact 911.
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