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Suggest Treatment For Severe Itching Sensation On The Legs And Arms

Posted on Thu, 22 Dec 2016

Question: I have horrible itching and rash on my legs, arms, back and upper chest. I am also taking Losartan. At times I can almost feel the bumps pop out on my arms. Went to the dermatologist today and she gave me Clobetasol 0,05% cream. Have not started it yet but would like to know the cause. Could it be the Losartan?

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Either drug rash or eczema

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
According to your complaints it could be endogenous eczema or a drug rash due to losartan.
In both the situations topical steroid like clobetasol propionate cream will be beneficial.
Along with this take antihistaminic like tablet Cetrizine 10 mg twice daily for few days.
This will help in settling the rash as well the itching.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (9 hours later)

In the evening I also have some swelling in my ankles. could this also be from taking Losaratan/

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Losartan doesn't cause swelling in the ankles

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Losartan doesn't cause swelling in the ankles.

It could be due to prolonged standing, walking or due to other medical conditions like hypoproteinemia, hypothyroidism , kidney and heart disease.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee