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A member asked:

Which is better for insect bites, hydrocortisone or benadryl (diphenhydramine) ?

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Both: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) orally will help decrease allergic reaction and cortisone ointment will help itch as long as not infected.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/13/2020

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