A 30-year-old member asked:
How can you treat itching due to urticaria?
2 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in

Dr. James Foxanswered
Allergy and Immunology 45 years experience
Antihistamines: For most patients antihistamines such as benadryl, (diphenhydramine) zyrtec, Allegra and Claritin are effective. If these are not effective second line treatment (off-label) could include Doxepin and singulair and h2 antihistamines, such as zantac. It is important to find the cause of the hives, and an allergist may be able to help.
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Dr. Lee Perryanswered
Allergy and Immunology 18 years experience
Antihistamines: The most common treatment for itching associated with urticaria is antihistamines (cetirizine is a good example).
5.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Feb 3, 2015
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