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Can cirrhosis itch be treated without addictive drugs so one can sleep at night? i can't tolerate these drugs, affects my liver enzymes also
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Yes: Cholestyramine is an effective, safe and non-addictive remedy.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Unclear question: Addictive drugs are not a treatment for cirrhosis.
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