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Nsaids gave me very mild hives in the past & allergist wants to desens me by having me take a baby aspirin a day at home. i take xyzal, (levocetirizine) zantac. safe?
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Does not work: Whereas desensitization usually works for those with NSAID induced asthma, it does not usually work for hives.
Answered 9/29/2016
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