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Have severe itching all over my body,weals, urticaria,taken tab.fexofenadine,not releived totally,pruritus more on waking from sleep,wearing sweaters?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Raise the dose: You may try taking fexofenadine up to 4 x the recommended dose and see if this helps. Wool sweaters tend to intensify the itching. If the problem lasts for more than 6 wks, try to get to an allergist.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Have severe itching all over my body,weals, urticaria,taken tab.fexofenadine,not releived totally,pruritus more on waking from sleep,wearing sweaters?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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