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A member asked:
What is the best way to stop the itching from poison ivy or poison oak? what's the best cream?
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Poison ivy: To stop the itch from poison ivy/oak, cold compresses to the rash plus Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or hydroxyzine. A high-potency steroid cream usually helps. Oftentimes, oral steroids are needed to control the itch and inflammation, courtesy of your doctor or dermatologist.
Answered 4/21/2018
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