Extra Strength Itch Relief

Generic: Diphenhydramine Hcl And Zinc Acetate

OTC

✓ FDA-verified

Extra Strength Itch Relief is a medication used to temporarily relieve pain and itching from minor burns, sunburn, cuts, scrapes, insect bites, and skin irritations like rashes from poison ivy, oak, and sumac. It works by soothing the affected area and helping to dry up any oozing or weeping. For adults and children aged 2 and older, it should be applied to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day. A key warning to keep in mind is that it is for external use only and should not be used on large areas of the body with any other product that contains diphenhydramine. If you have chickenpox or measles, it's important to ask a doctor before using this medication.

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Uses

temporary relief of pain and itching from minor burns. temporary relief of pain and itching from sunburn. temporary relief of pain and itching from minor cuts. temporary relief of pain and itching from scrapes. temporary relief of pain and itching from insect bites. temporary relief of pain and itching from minor skin irritations. temporary relief of pain and itching from rashes due to poison ivy. temporary relief of pain and itching from rashes due to poison oak. temporary relief of pain and itching from rashes due to poison sumac. dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy. dries the oozing and weeping of poison oak. dries the oozing and weeping of poison sumac.

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Dosage

do not use more often than directed. adults and children 2 years and older: apply to affected area 3 to 4 times daily. children under 2 years: ask a doctor. avoid using on large areas with other diphenhydramine products. always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

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Side effects

Common

stop use and ask a doctor if conditions worsen. stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 7 days. stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days

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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

for external use only. flammable: keep away from fire or flame. do not puncture or incinerate. contents under pressure. do not store at temperatures above 120ºF. intentional misuse by inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal. ask a doctor before use on chicken pox or measles. avoid contact with eyes. keep out of reach of children. if swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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