What medication should be given for a child with hives?

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
The following are the medications children should take when suffering from urticaria. Antihistamines include cetirizine hydrochloride oral suspension or cetirizine hydrochloride granules; oral glucocorticoids such as triamcinolone tablets or prednisone acetate tablets may be used; immunomodulatory drugs include pidotimod oral solution or lentinan polysaccharide tablets; and compound glycyrrhizinic acid tablets.

Urticaria is a common condition, caused by fungal or bacterial infection, and significantly affects people's daily lives. Children, due to their relatively low immunity, are particularly prone to developing urticaria. This condition can be treated with medication. So, what medications should children take for urticaria?

What Medications Should Children Take for Urticaria?

The following are medications recommended for children with urticaria: Antihistamines such as oral cetirizine hydrochloride suspension or cetirizine hydrochloride granules; oral corticosteroids such as triamcinolone tablets or prednisone acetate tablets; immunomodulatory drugs such as pidotimod oral solution, lentinan polysaccharide tablets, and compound glycyrrhizin. While taking the above oral medications, calamine lotion may also be applied topically. If the rash appears red, wet compresses using Skin Kang wash solution diluted with water at a ratio of 1:5 can be used. Apply twice daily for 10 minutes each time.

There are many causes of urticaria in children, including frequent local skin exposure to humid air. Additionally, frequently declining immune function may trigger the onset of urticaria, so prevention is important. Avoid eating raw, cold, or greasy foods as much as possible in daily life. Regular consumption of such foods may damage the spleen and stomach, leading to reduced immune function. Therefore, it is important to keep children warm and protect them from cold exposure.

In daily life, extra attention should be paid to caring for children, as their lower immunity makes them susceptible to certain illnesses that can affect their everyday lives. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness!

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