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I have itchy skin on my leg but use prescription cream but still itchy what should i do?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Depends: on what current prescription you are using. I would advise washing off any cream you have applied and try using OTC Lubriderm.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/27/2019

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A member asked:

I have itchy skin on my leg but use prescription cream but still itchy what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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