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Taking allegra in the day and benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night for rash from johnson's oil. can either cause rash? if so, what are other alternatives?

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Dr. Gary Steven answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Cortaid (hydrocortisone): Antihistamines don't help much with rashes due to contact allergens. You'll do much better with 1% Hydrocortisone cream applied twice daily until a few days after the rash goes away. If it doesn't seem to help, see your physician for some more effective prescription options.

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Answered 1/10/2016

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