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Does oral prednisone reduce itching? or just inflammation? prescribed prednisone for contact dermatitis on face. took pill 2 hrs ago, still itchy.
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Prednisone itching: 28 M Ontario CA: Does oral prednisone reduce itching? Or just inflammation? Prescribed for contact dermatitis on face. Took pill 2 hr ago, still itch. This depends a bit on how old the dermatitis is. The earlier it is treated the sooner it reduces inflammation and then itching. But most reduces inflammation. 2 hours ago? Don't expect miracles. I also give low potentcy steroid cream on face.
Answered 8/21/2018
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