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What Causes Rashes On Legs, Arms, Vagina And Anal Area While On Lipostat?

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Question : I am on istin, diovan& lipostat for blood pressure/cholesterol treatment. I am a 64 yo woman & I have come down with rashes on my legs arms back & in particular my vagina/anal area. My doctor said the she doesn't think it's related to medications but has no other answer & it is getting worse. Myself I feel this started with my medication 5 years ago. XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
it can be due to medication allergies.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, it seems that your symptoms are due to allergic reaction of the medicines you are taking. Since stopping one of the medicines, you are feeling better confirms the same.
I would suggest that you should consult your treating doctor to substitute the medicine with another compound which is effective and safe for you.
You can take an antihistamine like Fexofenadine 180 mg once a day for relief from your allergic symptoms.
I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Regards. Thanks.
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What Causes Rashes On Legs, Arms, Vagina And Anal Area While On Lipostat?

Brief Answer: it can be due to medication allergies. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing your query. After reading your post, it seems that your symptoms are due to allergic reaction of the medicines you are taking. Since stopping one of the medicines, you are feeling better confirms the same. I would suggest that you should consult your treating doctor to substitute the medicine with another compound which is effective and safe for you. You can take an antihistamine like Fexofenadine 180 mg once a day for relief from your allergic symptoms. I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help. Regards. Thanks.