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What non drowsy otc antihistamine can i take for itching caused by percocet for post op pain?
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Several: Loratadine and fexofenadine are non-drowsy but the drowsy ones are better in controlling itching induced by histamine.
Answered 6/27/2014
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None: Unless you have hives no antihistamine will relieve itch except by sedation.
Answered 7/17/2018
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