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Can antihistamines dry out your skin?
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not likely: Antihistamines can dry up a runny nose and older antihistamines can lead to unwanted side effects of dry eyes and dry mouth. Topical antihistamines should not be used. Oral antihistamines should not dry out the skin.
Answered 10/27/2013
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