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Can I Give Fenistril For Itchy Eczema?
I have a 2 yr old with a severe itchy eczema flare-up on her face, neck head and behind her ears - can I give her a dose of Fenistril (10-15 drops) before bed and 2.5ml of Aerius for relief from itching during the day? We are also using all other eczema management tools (moisturising, luke warm baths, irritants avoidance, etc...). Many thanks.
Fri, 29 Apr 2016
Hi...regarding Fenistil - Caution is recommended in case of administration of the syrup to children below the age of 1 year: the sedative effect can be associated with episodes of sleep apnea.
But I suggest do not use too many medicines.
The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be dry. For this oil massage and lotions like Oilatum will help. Regarding cure options - eczema is a sort of allergy...allergies can only be controlled and can never be cured. But usually kids grow out of it
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
But I suggest do not use too many medicines.
The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be dry. For this oil massage and lotions like Oilatum will help. Regarding cure options - eczema is a sort of allergy...allergies can only be controlled and can never be cured. But usually kids grow out of it
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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