What is the best treatment for an allergic skin rash?

Hi!

It depends on the extent of the affected area. If it's only a restrained part that is affected, an odorless moisturizer like Aveeno or Glaxal Base are the best options, and can be applied as much as possible.

For a generalised reaction, Benadryl acts fastest but needs to be taken often and can cause a lot of drowsiness. Reactine can be a good solution as it only requires once daily dosing and is less susceptible of causing drowsiness, but may act a bit more slowly.

In both cases, a doctor should be consulted if the reaction increases or persists.

Hope this helps!

Tom Samaha, pharmacist