both benadryl and suboxone can cause drowsiness. taking the two together can cause severe drowsiness. they also can both lead to constipation. taking two medications that have similar side effects usually intensifies the side effects. if you need an antihistamine while taking suboxone i suggest you talk to your pharmacist who can recommend on that does not cause drowsiness. suboxone is a controlled narcotic that is used in opioid dependency and addiction treatment and should not be combined with other substances because it can lead to dangerous side effects including respiratory distress loss of consciousness coma and death. you should tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter medications such as antihistamines) and any alcohol consumption as it may be possible to adjust the amount of suboxone to a safer level. the most common side effects associated with suboxone use vertigo and lethargy are intensified when the drug is combined with other medications and may also lead to an increase of the body’s tolerance and dependence to suboxone. this means that the body will require progressively increased amounts of suboxone. there has been a lot of controversy and debate concerning the use of suboxone with other substances. while most people understand that suboxone is used in opiate abuse and addiction treatment what they may not understand is that suboxone itself has the potential for dependency and has been the reason that many individuals on a suboxone regimen to have to undergo another detox. gallus detox center is a private inpatient medical detox facility specializing in iv therapy medical detox. if you have questions about our facility you may contact us at 855-338-6929.
can benadryl have a side effect when combined with suboxone?