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Raised lumps and extreme itching burning rash on limbs, antihistamine give some relief doc doc changed the brand of my meds. what to do now?

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Dr. Greg Hinson answered

Sounds like...: Sounds like the assumption is that you're having an allergic reaction to your meds. If so, stopping it should be enough. Can take a while for your body to clear though. Continue anti-histamine. Avoid getting overheated (exertion or hot bath/shower). Can add topical steroid cream. See doctor if not better 7-10 days after change in meds.

Answered 10/20/2013

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A member asked:

Raised lumps and extreme itching burning rash on limbs, antihistamine give some relief doc doc changed the brand of my meds. what to do now?

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