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Anticholinergic Effects of Antihistamines: Dry Mouth, Constipation, and Urinary Issues

Anticholinergic Effects of Antihistamines: Dry Mouth, Constipation, and Urinary Issues

Explore the anticholinergic effects of antihistamines, including dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention. Learn why first-generation drugs like Benadryl cause these issues and how switching to second-generation options can help.