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What can i put on mosquito bites to ease the itching?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Mosquito bites: Store aloe vera gel in refrigerator & apply to affected area. Rub basil leaf on bite. It repels mosquitoes & has anti-inflammatory effect. Consider applying calamine lotion or crushed ice or a cold pack. A 1 to 2 mix of water & baking soda is effective when applied to lesions. You can take oral medications like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or Chlorpheniramine for itching.

Answered 5/4/2015

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Cortisone cream: Prescription strength if you have it, otherwise OTC hydrocortisone.

Answered 5/5/2015

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