Action at Initial Occurrence

Total (N=388) Used any OTC- topical or systemic (Net) 70 %

Took an OTC antihistamine such as Benadryl? or Chlor-Trimeton? 62 %

Used a topical anti-itch cream such as Benadryl? 36 %

Used a topical anti-itch lotion such ascalamine lotion 46 %

Note: Multiple Mentions

• Self-medication prior to physician diagnosis is a common behavior and OTC

oral antihistamines are commonly used

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