Suggest Treatment For Allergic Itching And Swelling On Chin

Posted on Sun, 31 Aug 2014

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Question : Hi,
My wife appears to have been bitten by something. She started itching under her chin, which has become puffy. So has her upper lip. We had some celestamine and she took a tablet. How long will it take to know if this is working. It is late night here, so we can't go to a doctor. She also uses epilepsy medication. Tegretol and Topomax.

Thanks XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
6 hours

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

It appears to be a allergic reaction the possible cause of which could be an insect bite only.

Yes, celestamine is a better and stronger drug for such reactions. You could have given her simple antiallergics like Benadryl. Anyway Celestamine will surely help, it may take 4 to 6 hours to show its effect.

If the symptoms are worsening then do give a dose of Tab Benadryl which can synergistically alleviate the allergy.

Hope, I answered your query.

Wish you good health.

Regards,

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