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Is Benadryl Safe To Take For Itchy Mosquito Bites?

Medicines and Side EffectsCan Benadryl be taken while on Levothyroxine and Paroxetine? I take a number of medications and would like to list them and ask whether some Benadryl for severely itching mosquito bites would be ok. Ropinerole 2mg. take 2 every 4 hours for severe shaking. Levothyroxine 112 mcg 1 time per day Buproprion SR 199 mg. 2 times per day Paroxetine 30 mg 1 time per day Potassium 10 meq 1 per day Furosemide 20 mg 1 time per day YYYY@YYYY
Thu, 3 May 2018
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Hello,

As per your case history of a mosquito bite, my treatment advice is -
1. Don't squeeze the lesions as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic cream like fusiderm cream twice daily on it.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetrizine twice daily for 7-10 days.

If the problem persists then consult a dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
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Is Benadryl Safe To Take For Itchy Mosquito Bites?

Hello, As per your case history of a mosquito bite, my treatment advice is - 1. Don t squeeze the lesions as it may worsen the condition. 2. Apply a mild antibiotic cream like fusiderm cream twice daily on it. 3. Take an antihistamine medication like levocetrizine twice daily for 7-10 days. If the problem persists then consult a dermatologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harshit Bhachech