Question 1

does benadryl (diphenhydramine) help contact dermatitis rash go away or does be benadryl (diphenhydramine) only help with itching not the swelling?

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and other antihistamines treat reactions that are cause by histamine release, like hives (urticaria).  Contact dermatitis is inflammation driven by cells of the immune system called lymphocytes.  Taking Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for contact dermatitis will make you sleepy but doesn't reduce itch or inflammation.  Contact dermatitis responds to topical and if severe enough, oral steroids.

Question 2

can benadryl (diphenhydramine) help with rashes?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can help: With some types of rashes and associated itching. It depends on the type of rash.

Question 3

what does benadryl (diphenhydramine) do for rashes?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine drug that prevents itching caused by a rash. It has no direct effect on a rash and may cause the rash to worsen if applied directly on it.

Question 4

why do you take benadryl (diphenhydramine) for rashes when it doesn't say helps rashes?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine): It helps rashes that are caused by allergy or it also helps with itching.  Medicines are often used for problems beyond what the company advertises or what the fda has approved them for.  Many times experiences of patients and doctors will lead to new uses of medicines.

Question 5

everytime i go to the country, i get rashes and a terrible itch that keeps me awake during the night. can benadryl (diphenhydramine) help?

Accepted Answer

Yes: THERE MAY BE SOMETHING IN THE ENVIRONMENT YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO THERE.Try to weed that out.Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will help but perhaps daily zyrtec or claritin and 'exclusion' of the triggereing factor would be more long term.

Question 6

any good over-the-counter medicine for red rashes on the body due to food, besides benadryl (diphenhydramine) or claritin?

Accepted Answer

Skin Issues: Why would you think that your rashes are allergic in nature and you need an anti-histamine?  Rashes can represent significant illness.  I would need more information about the rash you are concerned about, but the best option is to be seen by your physician and to find out what your rash represents.

Question 7

itchy all over! no rashes or bites, no new soaps or products. skin looks normal, no flaking or dryness. not helped by benadryl (diphenhydramine). what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin?: Dry skin is the likely cause.  Avoid scented or anti-bacterial soap or gel, apply a good moisturizer.

Question 8

time to time i get itchy rashes around my joints. i can go a year without it happening. benadryl (diphenhydramine) helps it to go away. any ideas what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This could be a reaction to a soap or laundry detergent.  You may want to avoid TIDE and ALL.  this could also be a sign of arthritis if you have  the rash and joint pain at the same time. . Next time you get this rash you should see your medical  provider.

Question 9

got an allergic reaction from unknown source on my entire body, tried benadryl (diphenhydramine) , not helping. what can i try using? just itching all over, no rashes,hives.

Accepted Answer

Dry skin?: Dry skin by far is the most common cause for itching without a rash.Try applying moisturizer all over within 3 mins after bathing while avoiding scented or antibacterial soap.  If problem continues , see allergist or dermatologist since there are many potential causes for itching.

Question 10

my 4 month had red rashes only on his face. forehead, cheeks, and under his eyes. can i use benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream?

Accepted Answer

Not advised: This will not help with most pediatric rashes, including hives.  Although this could be a benign viral eruption, best to notify the pediatrician for advice.

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Does benadryl (diphenhydramine) help contact dermatitis rash go away or does be benadryl (diphenhydramine) only help with itching not the swelling?

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Can benadryl (diphenhydramine) help with rashes?

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What does benadryl (diphenhydramine) do for rashes?

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Why do you take benadryl (diphenhydramine) for rashes when it doesn't say helps rashes?

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Everytime i go to the country, i get rashes and a terrible itch that keeps me awake during the night. can benadryl (diphenhydramine) help?

A member asked:

Any good over-the-counter medicine for red rashes on the body due to food, besides benadryl (diphenhydramine) or claritin?

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Itchy all over! no rashes or bites, no new soaps or products. skin looks normal, no flaking or dryness. not helped by benadryl (diphenhydramine). what can i do?

A member asked:

Time to time i get itchy rashes around my joints. i can go a year without it happening. benadryl (diphenhydramine) helps it to go away. any ideas what could cause this?

A member asked:

Got an allergic reaction from unknown source on my entire body, tried benadryl (diphenhydramine) , not helping. what can i try using? just itching all over, no rashes,hives.

A member asked:

My 4 month had red rashes only on his face. forehead, cheeks, and under his eyes. can i use benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream?

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