Grah. So, I ended up getting hives for the second time from a medication my doctor prescribed me. It's 8:33 at night. The doctor's isn't opened tomorrow. Is there anything I can do to minimize the size of the hives and possibly get rid of the itching?! I'm freaking out here because last time I had medication which relieved it. But this time, I don't.
Please, help.
2007-05-12 13:34:03 · 6 answers · asked by ecstasyorlove 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
An antihistamine like Claritin or Benadryl will help. Benedryl will put you to sleep, which should be ok at this time. If you take Tagament with the Benadryl it is actually more effective. Claritin may or may not help, depending on what kinds of side effects it gives you.
An itch cream with hydrocortisone will help the itching. However, if the hives are moving in waves across your body, then it is very difficult to keep up with the cream.
Other than that, wear the softest clothing you can. Seams, pictures on T shirts, and rough fabrics can be very irritating and make the hives worse. Wear plain clothing that is comfortable and without a lot of adornments.
If the medication you are taking is only for a few days, then you can get a steroid shot to eliminate the hives.
2007-05-12 21:01:50 · answer #1 · answered by jellybeanchick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call emergency hives could develop into something life threatening...the only meds I know that can slow down an allegetic reaction is Benydral no grocery stores open?
2007-05-12 13:36:54 · answer #2 · answered by Tapestry6 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Calamine lotion works wonders also benadryl cream. If you are looking for a medication try regular benadryl. Aveno Oatmeal baths always help too.
2007-05-12 13:37:38 · answer #3 · answered by Angela. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Benadryl will help but stay near a bed it will make you sleepy.
2007-05-12 13:40:56 · answer #4 · answered by isitreal1963 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try benedryl
2007-05-12 13:37:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try a baking soda and aloe vera gel paste.
2007-05-12 13:58:12 · answer #6 · answered by merrymeet2005 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋