FreeMD® Allergy Home Care: Rashes

Allergy Home Care: Rashes

Home care for an allergic rash includes:

Avoid contact with the substance that caused the reaction.
Wash your skin with a gentle soap twice a day.
Avoid scratching, which can cause infection.
Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream to the rash, such as Cortizone 10 or Cortaid Maximum Strength. Apply the cream four times a day for 10-14 days
Use moisturizing lotions, such as Lubriderm or Eucerin cream, to reduce itching if the skin is dry.
Take prescription medications as directed.
Nonprescription antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine, can help control itching. Adults may take 25 to 50 mg of Benadryl every four to six hours.

Home treatment for allergic skin swelling includes:

Avoid substances that cause the allergic reaction.
Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream to the rash, such as Cortizone 10 or Cortaid Maximum Strength. Apply the cream four times a day for 10-14 days
Take prescription medications as directed.
Nonprescription antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine, can help control itching. Adults may take 25 to 50 mg of Benadryl every four to six hours.
Cool compresses or cool bats may reduce swelling.