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Whats best to use on allergy rash to help with burning, itchin, an swelling that you can get otc that don't make u droggy?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Skin rashes: You can try otc Hydrocortisone 1% cream apply a thin layer to the rashes once or twice a day. If the rashes get worse or does not go away, you need to see a physician to have it evaluated and treated.

Answered 6/25/2014

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