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Oral Antihistamines for Atopic Dermatitis
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Reference Antihistamines Opens New Window reduce itching by blocking chemical (histamine) processes in an allergic reaction. But histamines are not always involved in Reference atopic dermatitis Opens New Window itch, so these medicines may not help all people who have the condition.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: May 14, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Amy McMichael, MD - Dermatology |
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