Hives : Treatments

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Treatments could include:
Treatment may not be needed if the hives are mild. They may disappear on their own. To reduce itching and swelling: Avoid hot baths or showers; Avoid irritating the area with tight-fitting clothing; Apply calamine lotion; Take antihistamines. If y...
Source:ADAM
Date:April 12, 2007
Mild cases of hives are treated with antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl). More severe cases may require oral corticosteroids, such as prednisone. Topical corticosteroids are not effective. Airway swelling may require emergency injec...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Mild cases of hives are treated with antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl). More severe cases may require oral corticosteroids, such as prednisone. Topical corticosteroids are not effective. Airway swelling may require emergency injec...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Mild cases of hives are treated with antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl). The major side effect of diphenhydramine is drowsiness. Newer antihistamines, such as loratadine (Claritin), are non sedating and are used more frequently wit...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Antihistamines are drugs that block the action of histamine (a compound released in allergic inflammatory reactions) at the H 1 receptor sites, responsible for immediate hypersensitivity reactions such as sneezing and itching. Members of this class of drugs may also be used for their side effects, including sedation and antiemesis (prevention of nausea and vomiting).
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Antihistamines are drugs used to treat the symptoms of allergies and allergic rhinitis by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical released by the immune system in allergic reactions. Antihistamines are used to treat the sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes of allergies and allergic rhinitis, as well as allergic skin reactions and anaphylactic reactions to insect stings and certain foods.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Antihistamines are drugs that block the action of histamine (a compound released in allergic inflammatory reactions) at the H 1 receptor sites, responsible for immediate hypersensitivity reactions such as sneezing and itching . Members of this class of drugs may also be used for their side effects, including sedation and antiemesis (prevention of nausea and vomiting ).
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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