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A member asked:

What can i do if my doctor prescribed ranitidine for my hives and to stop the itching. is this normal?

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ranitidine: Yes, usually along with an antihistamine.

Dr Williams and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/17/2013

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