ANTI- ITCH DRUGS
Anti-Itch drugs are
medicines taken by mouth or by injection to relieve itching.
Purpose
The medicine usually used is a type of anti-histamine used to
relieve itching caused by allergic reactions. An allergic reaction
occurs when the body is unusually sensitive to some substance, such
as pollen, dust, mold, or certain foods or medicine. The body reacts
by releasing a chemical called Histamine that causes itching and
other symptoms, such as sneezing and watery eyes. Anti-Histamines
reduce the symptoms by blocking the effects of histamine.
Hydroxyzine is also prescribed for anxiety and to help people relax
before or after having general anesthesia.
Description
Anti-Itch Drugs, also called anti-pruritic drugs, are available
only with a physician's prescription and come in tablet and
injectable forms.
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