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Which antihistamine for a rash?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It depends on what : The rash is. If you have hives or an itchy rash - Benadryl (diphenhydramine) may be helpful.

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Answered 6/24/2014

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