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A member asked:
I have flea bites on my feet. is benadryl (diphenhydramine) itch stick okay for the itching?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Hydrocortisone: An otc cream like cortisone 10 would be better, as topical Benadryl (diphenhydramine) often causes allergic reactions in some patients. I personally never recommend Benadryl (diphenhydramine) cream or those sticks because of it.
Answered 8/9/2014
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Yes: There are multiple over the coutner anti-itching creams and gels. Any of them should work. You can take Benadryl (diphenhydramine) pills but they may make you sleepy.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Ok: But steroid cream works better.
Answered 8/22/2012
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