Can antihistamines treat contact dermatitis?
Can antihistamines treat contact dermatitis?
Your doctor usually will treat contact dermatitis with the following: An oral antihistamine to control the itch. Common antihistamines include: Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Can antibiotics help contact dermatitis?
If you have severe or persistent symptoms, the condition may become chronic. Early treatment of symptoms to stop the itching and scratching will help to avoid this. Antibiotics can usually treat infections.
Is Benadryl cream good for contact dermatitis?
A steroid ointment may be applied one or two times a day for two to four weeks. Or try calamine lotion. Take an oral anti-itch drug. A nonprescription oral corticosteroid or antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl), may be helpful if your itching is severe.
Does Claritin help dermatitis?
Take an over-the-counter antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or loratadine (Claritin), to help calm the itching.
Is amoxicillin good for dermatitis?
Don’t use oral antibiotics for treatment of atopic dermatitis unless there is clinical evidence of infection.
Does hydrocortisone cream help contact dermatitis?
Apply an anti-itch cream or lotion to the affected area. A nonprescription cream containing at least 1 percent hydrocortisone can temporarily relieve your itch. A steroid ointment may be applied one or two times a day for two to four weeks. Or try calamine lotion.
Is Zyrtec or Claritin better for skin allergies?
Zyrtec has a quicker onset of action compared to Claritin and may be more effective than Claritin in reducing allergy symptoms, according to one clinical trial. However, cetirizine, the active ingredient of Zyrtec, has been shown to produce more drowsiness than loratadine.
Can I use Benadryl and hydrocortisone cream together?
No interactions were found between Benadryl and hydrocortisone topical. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
