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I take this for itching, but I have a high count of red blood cells. ## Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that is particularly effective as an immunosuppressant, and affects virtually all of the immune system. It is used to treat certain inflammatory diseases and (at higher doses) cancers, but has significant adverse effects. To learn more information about Prednisone, please follow the link below... Did you have any questions or comments to add? Please post back if you.

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I am 24 years old and I have had an on and off skin rash on the top of my left foot and one on my outside of my right shoulder for the past 2-3 years. Same two places always. I have not been to the dermatologist because they seem to go away if I can leave them alone and not scratch them. When I do get them they stay for awhile because I can't stop scratching them (maybe due to stress). The past month they have been itching the hell out of me and I can't stop scratching. I have tried all types of lotions and creams that you can buy at a walgreens but they only work for a little bit then back to scratching. I asked the pharmacist for his 'expert opinion' and he said I should try something stronger like cordran tape that covers the area and prevents me from scratching it. I...

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My skin itches after taking a bath. I have changed soaps and body lotions ## Hello, Sybza! How are you doing? What about your shampoo and conditioner, if you use any? Those typically wash down over the body, when you're using them and then rinse them off, so that's also something you should look into. How about your towels and the detergent and/or fabric softener you use on them? What type of water do you have? All could be culprits. Have you consulted your doctor?

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When I had the chicken pox as child my doctor prescribed a little gray pill for itching. Many pills were left over, and for years afterward, whenever my mom or dad or I had a cough, we would take the pill to stop the nagging itching in the back of our throats. This pill worked well, even after the expiration date, and nobody died. This pills was prescribed in the 1960s, the doctor is deceased, so we cannot go back into the medical records to find the name of the pill. Does anyone know of similar pill today? ## Topical skin itching, or was it solely for the scratchy/itchy throat? More specifics may help to narrow down the possibilities. Does anyone else know? ## I am interested in this tiny grey pill [ like a tiny M&M] I took it in the 60's for a bad rash and it stopped the itchi...

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I have chronic itching due liver disease. My dr. said that taking cholestyramine may help. Can you offer any insight ## Hello, Viktoria! How are you doing? I'm very sorry about your health issues. Cholestyramine helps remove bile acids from the body and in many case where someone has a liver problem, the symptoms they experience such as the itching, are due to it not being properly processed out, anymore. So yes, it may help you, others have had success with it. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Anyone have a remedy for all of this dang Itching? ## Incivek contains the active ingredient Telaprevir, which is used to treat Hepatitis-C and a rash is a very common side effect of it. Learn more Incivek details here. How severe is your Hepatitis? What kind of shape is your liver in? Are the enzymes elevated? I'm not sure what might be safe for you to use in this case. Have you tried asking your doctor?

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I am suffering from severe itching in my inner thighs where the underwear borders touch the skin and also arm pit and groins. I had taken medicines for about three months and during this period the problem just seems gone but the same problem is back with great fury. I have severe itching especially at night. As far as I remember I had tried some yeast bread and also had been on antibiotic medicine a year and a half back. From then on I think this problem started..I am employed and sometimes i feel so ashamed to not resist itching my rectum area. Please suggest some medicines to get rid of this problem. Thank you. ## Hello, Joshva! How are you doing? Sorry about the problem that you're having. If it's occurring where clothing tightly rubs the skin, you could be allergic to the d...

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Hello I have problems with an itchy rectum. I don't know why? can you help please ## Hello, Janko! How are you? As listed by the NIH, that could be a symptom of hemorrhoids. Have you ever had any blood in your stool or pain during/after a bowel movement? Have you consulted a doctor? Are you on any medications? Do you strain to have a bowel movement? ## Hi, I used trimovate cream for this and it was amazing. It stopped my itching.

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Has anyone had night time itching with Jevity? ## Hello, Amy! How are you? Since this is basically just a medical food to provide proper nutrition, it's very doubtful that it would be causing it. Have you consulted your doctor? Are you on any medications? What medical conditions do you have? ## I'm have bad itching upper body. It's been 3 months since I finished radiation. Itching is bad creams don't help for long Arms back and chest itch no marks or rash. Was wondering if it was feeding Jevity

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I'm taking betamox for ringworm I hope it works, my friends say its not ringworm I have but I don't know what to do. ## Batamox is an antibiotic so it will not help with a fungal infection such as ringworm, it is only useful at treating or preventing bacterial infections. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. What does it look like? Did a doctor say it was ringworm? ## I thought as much, bacteria medication can only treat bacteria and fungal medication will treat fungi. I haven't gone to the doctor. But I'm convinced it's ringworm it's starts as a pimple then gets itchy then it grows after sometime it gets scaly and spreads and gets dark brown leaving marks everywhere. I...

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I took 3-day 500 mg Azithromycin for Acne rosacea. The total dose should be 3 day 500 mg and then skip 5 days and then take 3-day 500 mg until 4 weeks of period. but I have skin rash and itching. My doctor prescribed doxycyclin 150 mg per day. I thought Azithromycin was safer than Doxy and less sunsensitive. Should I continue Azithro or start taking Doxy and quit Azithro after three days. ## You should follow your doctor's instructions, if you are itching from the Azithromycin, that could be due to an allergic reaction and they tend to get worse, with repeated expose to the offending medication. They both carry the same risks. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can he...

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I have an itching problem in my vagina, but it seems likes the problem is internal and eternal... What medication should I take? ## Vaginal itching is usually caused by a fungal infection, so antibiotics will not help, they can actual cause, or worsen them as side effects, according to NIH reports. Do you have any discharge or odor? Are you on any medications? Have you had this checked out by a doctor? Are you experiencing any other symptoms? ## Hello, I have been having this itching around my vagina for the last two months. I am not suspecting an STI cause I am still a virgin. It's not happening constantly - it only happens when I wear something that is very tight. Can I use penicillin ointment?

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Hi,I have be prescribed hydroco/acetamin and I have itching all over and the places that I have been itching there is small dark spot. I was wondering what causes it and what does that really mean. I also have less of a appetite. I even itch on my throat. Should I be concerned. I tried looking up what it all means but alls I get is..its severe. Please tell what that means by severe. ## Hello, Taz! How are you? It means that you're most likely having an allergic reaction to this medication and should stop taking it. Your doctor should be able to prescribe an alternative medication to treat pain. This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else...

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Intense itching spots due to foods with niacin ## Hi Donna, I wonder if this reaction is due to an allergy to Niacin, has this happened to you before? Have you considered trying Calamine lotion? I know that it is commonly used to relieve itching and soothe the skin. There are also different essential oils that are commonly used to relieve itching, such as Chamomile, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. If you'd like more information about using essential oils to relieve itchy irritated skin, just post back and I'll be glad to help yah. :) You can learn more about this drug on the page for Calamine + Pramoxine Details ## I have to take Niaspan (prescription strength of Niacin) for elevated cholesterol. To prevent itching and stinging which it can cause, I take a baby aspirin 30 minutes bef...

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my doctor prescribed the above pills for iching but y forgat haw ofen teken and hameni ## Hello, Jazmine! How are you? What are the directions on the prescription or bottle? It's usually 25mgs orally 3 to 4 times a day, but you should check to be sure. Side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness and sedation. ## it be a pill u use. if u take too manny it makees u hav bad penmenship. ## Been diagnosed with eczema and have severe itching. Had 3 steroid shots and am taking hydroxyzine. Itching still. Any suggestions?

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I used to take half an Oxycodone 5/500 as needed for cervical for neck pain and it worked fine. Last night I took a whole dose for the first time because of sever stomach pain from vomiting all day. I may have eaten something bad the day before but there was nothing more in my stomach and the pain kept me awake (but I was exhausted from the ordeal). My refill is Endocet 5-325. I guess I had an allergic reaction because my feet started burning in the middle of the night and I was going insane. I iced them in a pan of cold water and ice for as long as I could (30 seconds in/30 seconds out) until I finally felt numb and fell asleep. Woke up late afternoon to the burning itch in my feet - worse than before - and burning, itching palms as well. It was too late to go to my doctor or urgent ca...

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Does Keppra cause an intense itch? My father was on Keppra for three years, then stopped for almost three months. He went back on it 2 x 500mg and about a month later developed an itch on his arms, back, and chest. ## He may have developed an allergy to it. Our bodies are always changing as time passes, so even if we were able to take something before, we can suddenly develop a reaction to it, if we try it again. Has he consulted his doctor about the problem? He may need to switch to a different medication. Learn more Keppra details here.

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I was removed from an antidepressant coctail 5 years ago and put on Prozac. It works for depression, but I have developed a horrible itching problem which I wonder if may be related to this drug. I have had diagnostics for everything. No rash. Just an increasing inability to tolerate any irritation to skin surface without literally months of horrible itching. I am being tortured to death. Any suggestions/help? ## How long has the itching been occurring? Do you take any other medications? Have you consulted a dermatologist? Itching can occur with Prozac, but it usually happens immediately, not after you've been on it for awhile. ## I have been to every kind of physician. None can figure this out. I itch 24-7. Carry around ice bags and bottles continually. It is getting worse, althoug...

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Can you take belviq in the morning and Benadryl at noon,I am allergic to grass,and I'm really itching,what should I do ## I didn't find any interactions listed between these two medications, but it's always best to double check such information to be sure. The FDA classifies Benadryl as an antihistamine that's used to treat or prevent allergic reactions. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, drowsiness and dry mouth. Belviq is used to aid in weight loss and its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, blurred vision and lower back pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thx,I took the Benadryl and became more sleepy than normal,but the itching stop! ??????

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I used Chantix over two years ago to quit smoking. Within a few days my lower legs broke out in a rash and the itching was unbearable. My doctor said to stop using the drug and see if things cleared up. I stopped using the medication. The rash went away a few days later and over time the intense itching subsided. However, to this date my legs still itch. It's a daily irritant. Anyone else with similar experience? ## Hello, Steve! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. However, a medication side effect would not continue for that long after stopping it. The itching is most likely being caused by something else. Are you on any other medications? Have you had it checked out by your doctor? Chantix is approved by the FDA to treat nicotine addiction. Typical...

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