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When stopping allergy meds like allegra, (fexofenadine) can a withdraw effect such as itching from head to toe occur?

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Yes: When stopping an antihistamine relflex itching can occur.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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Allegra (fexofenadine): If the Allegra (fexofenadine) was hiding or treating such a response, it may.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Possible: I the Allegra (fexofenadine) is taken for its anti-itch effect, stopping the medication may lead to an increase in itching. It is not withdrawl, it is the return of symptoms controlled by the medication.

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