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I have pityriasis rosea. i have taken steroids, and im currently taking hydroxyzine pamoate 25mg. i have used a multitude creams. i have severe itch. i wanted to know could i be prescribed something more effective. this itch is taking over me. ?
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Multilayer approach: Try a multilayer approach. Topical Calamine or topical anesthetic, oral antihistamines (claritin, allegra) Benadryl for night, and oral steroids to reduce the itchiness in 3 different ways. Pityriasis Rosea usually clears itself in 7-9 months.
Answered 8/18/2020
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