We are visiting my family and their cat for the holidays. I acquired a pretty good cat allergy a few years ago. Without Benadryl/Claritin I will be absolutely miserable staying in the same house as the kitty. My ob told me not to worry about taking Benadryl and take the recommended dosage on the box to relieve the allergy symptoms. However, when I asked the pharmacist a question about it he said that he would not recommend that I take any antihistamine. He finally said that if my doctor said so, then go ahead but maybe I should opt to Claritin so I won't be so drowsy.

Any thoughts on benadryl or clairitin while pregnant?

thanks so much!