How to dry out poison ivy?

Question

I have poison ivy put ivy dry on the sites is it possible to get a chemical burn from this medicine my skin peeled off and is very red and sore?

Answer 1

Poison ivy : Calamine lotion will help with the itch and help to dry the rash. Prescription corticosteroid cream or pills may be needed for more widespread poison ivy.

Answer 2

Topical steroids.: If the case is bad enough may need oral steroids.

Answer 3

See doctor: If the problem is a mild one, time will heal it. If the problem is severe, you will need to see a doctor who may prescribe some Prednisone pills or a cortisone injection for you. In the meanwhile, try apply some otc Hydrocortisone cream 3 to 4 times daily. Also clean up anything that might be contaminated (shoes, equipment) with a laundry detergent.

Answer 4

Steroids, herbs ;...: Topical steroids probably work best but i don't recommend them unless it's severe or over a large area. Many natural therapies can help. A paste of oatmeal ; baking soda is drying. Many are helped by applying witch hazel, jewelweed ;/or aloe vera. See http://www.Globalhealingcenter.Com/natural-health/poison-ivy-remedies/ homeopathic rhus tox helps, as does hyland's poison ivy/oak tablets.

Answer 5

Hydrocortisone cream: If a bad case see your doctor as you may need an oral steroid.

Answer 6

Avoid: Poison ivy is a common form of allergic contact dermatitis to the oleoresin of rhus plants. Depending on location and severity of symptoms, mild to potent steroid ointments are usually sufficient. If symptoms are widespread or severe, Prednisone may be needed and tapered over 2-3 weeks. Oatmeal baths and zyrtec (cetirizine) may help. Ultimately best thing is to recognize these plants and avoid them.

Answer 7

Poison Ivy: There are specific products that you can buy that will wash the urushiol off. Some options of treating poison ivy include calamine lotion, oatmeal soaks, Hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines. Anything which has touched urushiol from the poison ivy needs to be cleaned (clothes, shoes, gear etc.) oral steroids are sometimes indicated.

Answer 8

Depends on stage: Treatment for contact to the poison ivy or poison oak plant depends on the stage of exposure. If the rash is present, a doctor can prescribe steroids and antihistamines. If the exposure is recent and pre-symptoms, washing with tecnu helps remove urushiol, the oil from the poison ivy and poison oak plants that cause the blisters, itching, and pain. See your doctor and don't rub your eyes!

Answer 9

Avoidance is best: The best treatment for poison ivy is to avoid it all together...Once the rash develops, i would recommend antihistamines to control the itch. Also, if severe, you should see your doctor for a prescription of topical steroids.

Answer 10

See below: You can use a mixture of Benadryl (diphenhydramine) gel over the counter, mix it with Hydrocortisone cream and rub over the affected area this will help to clear up the rash associated with poison ivy.

Answer 11

Options: There are specific products that you can buy that will wash the urushiol off. Some options of treating poison ivy include calamine lotion, oatmeal soaks, Hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines.

Answer 12

Steroids: Poison ivy is a contact dermatitis. Once one has been exposed and develops the rash then treatment options include topical steroids and it the rash is severe enough then a course of oral steroids may be considered. Oral antihistamines may be helpful for the itchiness of the rash.

Answer 13

No: Lidoderm ( the Lidocaine topical patch) should not be used over any open lesions as it would lead to a rapid absorption if the medicine.

Answer 14

Thanks for asking!: Lidocaine can be used with poison ivy exposure to provide pain control.

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