The Popular ‘Benadryl Challenge’ On TikTok Kills US Teen

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A 13-year-old American kid from Ohio died after taking too many Benadryl tablets while carrying out the “Benadryl Challenge,” a craze that is currently becoming popular on TikTok.

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The Deadly Challenge

As per The New YorkPost,the kid, Jacob Stevens, reportedly died after almost a week on a ventilator. The family members disclosed that in an effort to have hallucinations, he had taken 12 to 14 tablets of the over-the-counter antihistamine Benadryl. Jacob’s father, Justin Stevens, revealed that his son was being recorded by his friends while he tried the social media challenge. However, Jacob’s body began to spasm as soon as he took the pills.

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Jacob passed away after six days on a ventilator, which his bereaved father later called “the worst day of his life.”

Effects Of Benadryl 

Diphenhydramine, an antihistamine used to temporarily treat cold and allergy symptoms, is a crucial component of Benadryl. Diphenhydramine is safe and effective when taken as prescribed, but using it in excess can cause serious cardiac problems, seizures, coma, or even death, according to the FDA.

The division of Johnson & Johnson that makes Benadryl has also issued a warning on its website, saying that this “dangerous trend” has to be halted immediately. The FDA and the manufacturer have both recommended adults keep drugs like Benadryl out of the hands of youngsters.

To prevent other children from suffering the same tragedy, Jacob’s family, including his grandma, are raising awareness. The teen’s family is devastated by his death as they recall him as a well-mannered and kind youngster. The family is also trying to limit the age at which people may get drugs like Benadryl.

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