HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is Atarax Safe To Be Taken For Rashes On The Body?

I have a rash on the left side of my body. My Dr. said it was caused by allergy to a medicine. Perhaps the Allegra I started taking 2 days ago or the hydrochlorazide sp? , ( diuretic) I started a week ago. (I was given the diuretic because I had been taking Prednisone for breathing problems from pneumonia earlier this year. I had stopped the Prednisone April 22 and that s when the water retention started in my lower legs, ankles and feet. ) Thank you any way. I m sorry I did not realize this was a site I would be paying for an answer.I have many side effects to medications. I am wondering if this Atarax will be safe for me to take?
Mon, 29 May 2017
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hi.
As per your case history you may be having rashes either due to hydrochlorthiazide or viral rash or contact dermatitis rash.
Allegra is least likely to cause rash.

My treatment advice is -
1. Avoid using any new products like soap or deodorants.
2. Avoid taking any other medicine without doctor's advice.
3. Stop hydrochlorthiazide after consulting your physician.
4. Take atarax as it more potent antihistamine than Allegra. Apply calamine lotion twice daily on rash.

If problem persists then consult a dermatologist.

Thanks.
Dr.harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Is Atarax Safe To Be Taken For Rashes On The Body?

Hi. As per your case history you may be having rashes either due to hydrochlorthiazide or viral rash or contact dermatitis rash. Allegra is least likely to cause rash. My treatment advice is - 1. Avoid using any new products like soap or deodorants. 2. Avoid taking any other medicine without doctor s advice. 3. Stop hydrochlorthiazide after consulting your physician. 4. Take atarax as it more potent antihistamine than Allegra. Apply calamine lotion twice daily on rash. If problem persists then consult a dermatologist. Thanks. Dr.harshit bhachech. MBBS, DDVL.