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Posted by bcms on August 8, 2001, at 15:50:56
NO DRUG INTERACTIONS... THAT I THINK OF
ALDACTONE, VITAMIN, BC,I GET HIVES FROM EFFEXOR AND TRAZADONE SO FAR. WHAT COULD I TAKE TO SLEEP WITHOUT THE HIVES???
Posted by Poppy on August 9, 2001, at 5:51:32
In reply to WHAT AM I ALLERGIC TO? HIVES FORM THESE DRUGS., posted by bcms on August 8, 2001, at 15:50:56
I get very itchy from effexor, its only occassionally,but very frustrating, I use a antihistamine cream
Posted by jotho on August 9, 2001, at 7:41:19
In reply to Re: WHAT AM I ALLERGIC TO? HIVES FORM THESE DRUGS., posted by Poppy on August 9, 2001, at 5:51:32
Poppy...
is there a rash along with the itching? When I was on Effexor I had really annoying itchiness (word?) over a large portion of my body. There was no rash that accompanied it and, oddly, it almost always began in early evening. I'd end up scratching all over with a hairbrush (we nail-biters are at a disadvantage here) and the itching often was one of the reasons I had difficulty sleeping. It went away about a month after stopping Effexor.
If there is no rash my guess would be it is just a side-effect of the effexor. If there is a rash i think it best you consult your doctor and determine if you are indeed allergic to the med. or perhaps something else. Maybe someone else on this board can give you more information on how to deal with the itch-ies (antihistimine?) if it is from the effexor.
good luck....jotho
Posted by KB on August 9, 2001, at 8:58:11
In reply to Re: WHAT AM I ALLERGIC TO? HIVES FORM THESE DRUGS. » Poppy, posted by jotho on August 9, 2001, at 7:41:19
I have trouble with an itchy rash - it's not an allergy, but maybe some of these itch-relieving strategies will help for you:
1) Cold water/ice pack/jump in the ocean
2) Combine 1 cup whole milk and one cup cold water in a bowl w/ ice and apply liberally to the affected area (sounds crazy but was recommended by my dermatologist)
3) Over-the-counter topical anesthetic (the band-aid brand gel is pretty powerful) They're usually found in the first-aid section and are plentiful in the summer due to the prevalence of bug-bites.
4) Topical steroid cream (hydrocortisone, etc) - if the over-the-counter version isn't strong enough, a doctor can prescribe a stronger one - I've had good results with Psorcon, a high-potency prescription cream.
5) Oral antihistamines - Zyrtec is especially good for itching. Sometimes it helps to combine them - I currently take 10 mg each of Claritin and Zyrtec. Didn't get much relief from Allegra, but that might be just my particular condition . . .
Finally, try to restrain your scratching (do it lightly, use a paintbrush, etc), because if you wind up with sores, they can get infected and then it's really a mess . . .
Posted by bcms on August 9, 2001, at 16:01:51
In reply to Re: WHAT AM I ALLERGIC TO? HIVES FORM THESE DRUGS., posted by KB on August 9, 2001, at 8:58:11
> I have trouble with an itchy rash - it's not an allergy, but maybe some of these itch-relieving strategies will help for you:
>
> 1) Cold water/ice pack/jump in the ocean
>
> 2) Combine 1 cup whole milk and one cup cold water in a bowl w/ ice and apply liberally to the affected area (sounds crazy but was recommended by my dermatologist)
>
> 3) Over-the-counter topical anesthetic (the band-aid brand gel is pretty powerful) They're usually found in the first-aid section and are plentiful in the summer due to the prevalence of bug-bites.
>
> 4) Topical steroid cream (hydrocortisone, etc) - if the over-the-counter version isn't strong enough, a doctor can prescribe a stronger one - I've had good results with Psorcon, a high-potency prescription cream.
>
> 5) Oral antihistamines - Zyrtec is especially good for itching. Sometimes it helps to combine them - I currently take 10 mg each of Claritin and Zyrtec. Didn't get much relief from Allegra, but that might be just my particular condition . . .
>
> Finally, try to restrain your scratching (do it lightly, use a paintbrush, etc), because if you wind up with sores, they can get infected and then it's really a mess . . .
there is really no way I can take these meds, cause hives on my eyes, neck. red rash on my face????? Help
Posted by jotho on August 9, 2001, at 20:28:54
In reply to Re: WHAT AM I ALLERGIC TO? HIVES FORM THESE DRUGS., posted by bcms on August 9, 2001, at 16:01:51
You must call your doctor and explain the problem. There are always alternative medications he can prescribe that should not affect you the same way.
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