Home treatment for itching or hives
You may be able to relieve itching or hives by:
- Avoiding further contact with whatever you suspect is causing the hives.
- Using a cool washcloth to help relieve itching.
- Not using strong soaps, detergents, and other chemicals, which can make itching worse.
- Taking an antihistamine, such as Benadryl or Chlor-Trimeton, to help treat the hives and relieve itching.
- Read and follow any warnings on the label.
- Don't give antihistamines to your child unless you've checked with the doctor first.
| Author: | Sydney Youngerman-Cole, RN, BSN, RNC | Last Updated: July 11, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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