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I have very bad reactions to all insect bites but mosquitos seem to be the worst. the entire area swells, gets hot, hard, and extremely itchy. when i was you they gave me niacin to keep fleas from biting me, will the same work for mosquitos & spiders?

Q: i have very bad reactions to all insect bites but mosquitos seem to be the worst. the entire area swells, gets hot, hard, and extremely itchy. when i was you they gave me niacin to keep fleas from biting me, will the same work for mosquitos & spiders?

: Did it stop the fleas or did you get rid of them. If so worth a try but by hunch is that it will not help. Using Off may help more. Give then both a try and let us know.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Did it stop the fleas or did you get rid of them. If so worth a try but by hunch is that it will not help. Using Off may help more. Give then both a try and let us know.

Answered 5/31/2022

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Niacin could make matters worse as it causes vasodilation. An insect repellent and protective clothing are better options.

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Answered 6/3/2022

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A member asked:

I have very bad reactions to all insect bites but mosquitos seem to be the worst. the entire area swells, gets hot, hard, and extremely itchy. when i was you they gave me niacin to keep fleas from biting me, will the same work for mosquitos & spiders?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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