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My toddler son has a rash all over his face and arms from scratching. how do i get rid of this? is it o.k. to give him benadryl (diphenhydramine) or zyrtec?

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Itchy rash: Use a daily moisturizer , you can give him zyrtec, (cetirizine) one teaspoon at night and see an allergist so they can test him and determine what he is allergic to.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/29/2016

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Yes: but see your doctor to determine the cause then appropriate treatment can be given.

Dr Stokes agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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