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Can ibuprofen help reduce the swelling associated with a poison ivy rash?
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No: Ibuprofen is a pain reliever has no effect on swelling associated with a poison ivy rash. Over the counter oral antihistamines such as benadryl or cetirizine can relieve some of the inflammation associated with poison ivy rash. Avoid using antihistamine creams as this may worsen the rash. More about poison ivy remedies http://www.healthline.com/health/outdoor-health/poison-ivy-remedies#4
Answered 7/9/2017
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