Can hydroxyzine help to relieve itching from shingles?
Question posted by 88fingers54 on 10 March 2013
Last updated on 9 March 2013 by mhelcl
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mhelcl
10 March 2013
Yes, it is an old but quite powerful antihistamine. It will likely make you little drowsy,sleepy, and less anxious. It should definitely help with the itching.
kaismama
10 March 2013
Yes it can
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