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How Can Itchy Rashes Caused By Butrans Patches Be Treated?

I have been taking butrans 20mcg pain patches for 3years now i have a physical disability and have difficulty applying the patches to different areas other than my arms or hips ive been getting rashes from putting them in the same area and severe itching when i apply to my chest i need suggestions for other application sites so i dont get severe skin reactions
Thu, 21 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

If that is not required you should stop apply that patch that reaction can be treated with antihistamines and soothing agent.

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How Can Itchy Rashes Caused By Butrans Patches Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If that is not required you should stop apply that patch that reaction can be treated with antihistamines and soothing agent. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.