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A 64-year-old female asked:

What non drowsy otc antihistamine can i take for itching caused by percocet for post op pain?

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Dr. John Chiuanswered

Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience

Several: Loratadine and fexofenadine are non-drowsy but the drowsy ones are better in controlling itching induced by histamine.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohananswered

Dermatology 59 years experience

None: Unless you have hives no antihistamine will relieve itch except by sedation.

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