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Antihistamines in Elderly Patients: Why First-Generation Options Are Dangerous and What to Use Instead
26 January 2026 14 Comments Tessa Marley

Antihistamines in Elderly Patients: Why First-Generation Options Are Dangerous and What to Use Instead

First-generation antihistamines like Benadryl pose serious risks for elderly patients, including confusion, falls, and dementia. Safer alternatives like Claritin and Zyrtec exist-and should be used instead.

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