A 45-year-old female asked:
i gave my 3yo calamine lotion & 3/4 tsp. of benedryl for a rash (poss. flea attack) that is all over her. can i put hyrdocortizone on it as well?
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Dr. Michael Fisher answered
32 years experience Dermatology
Insect Bites: Yes, you can also apply Hydrocortisone cream.
Answered on Jun 25, 2014
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