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What Causes Dry,itchy Skin And Vaginal Itching After Taking AKT4?
I was taking AKT4 for 4 months and now I am taking AKT3 along with tarvid and epitone for neurocysticscerosis , After taking these medicines , my skin is becoming dry and it is itchy most of the times , Also I have severe vaginal itching , is this the side effects of these drugs
Itching is a common side effect of anti-tuberculosis drugs. Any severe form of hypersensitivity should be ruled out. Antihistamines can be taken for a few weeks for the itching to reduce. Vaginal dryness and itching will subside in a few days.
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What Causes Dry,itchy Skin And Vaginal Itching After Taking AKT4?
Hi, Itching is a common side effect of anti-tuberculosis drugs. Any severe form of hypersensitivity should be ruled out. Antihistamines can be taken for a few weeks for the itching to reduce. Vaginal dryness and itching will subside in a few days. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician