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Horrifying 'Benadryl challenge' kills one and hospitalizes dozens

FDA warns about deadly 'Benadryl challenge' resurging on TikTok, with teens taking excessive doses.
At least one death linked to the challenge in 2020 and new hospitalizations reported recently.
Health officials urge parents to secure medications to prevent misuse by youths.
TikTok and other platforms told to remove videos promoting the trend.
Health centers report more than 100 Benadryl overdoses in half a year.
Benadryl, an over-the-counter antihistamine, is the focus of the warnings due to misuse.
FDA previously issued a warning about Benadryl dangers in 2020.
Public health agencies are actively monitoring and updating the public as cases emerge.
Parents urged to lock up medications to reduce access by children and teens.
The Benadryl challenge is described as re-emerging after initially surfacing in 2020.

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