What oral medications are effective for urticaria?
Nov 28, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets are first-generation antihistamine medications that exert anti-allergic therapeutic effects by constricting capillaries, reducing pericapillary inflammatory reactions, and relaxing smooth muscles. Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets are indicated for the treatment of symptoms such as densely or sparsely distributed wheals or papules, linear edematous erythematous plaques appearing after scratching, and accompanying pruritus.
Generally, urticaria can be treated with oral medications such as Loratadine Tablets, Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets, Chlorpheniramine and Paracetamol Tablets, Ephedrine Promethazine Tablets, and Fexofenadine Hydrochloride Capsules. If symptoms persist or worsen, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and follow the guidance of a physician for standardized treatment. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Loratadine Tablets
Loratadine Tablets are long-acting tricyclic antihistamines that inhibit the release of histamine, thereby relieving symptoms such as itching and swelling. They are suitable for the treatment of acute or chronic urticaria, especially effective in alleviating itching and swelling.
2. Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets
Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets are first-generation antihistamine drugs that exert anti-allergic effects by constricting capillaries, reducing pericapillary inflammatory reactions, and relaxing smooth muscles. Levocetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets are suitable for treating rashes or papules that are either clustered or scattered, with linear edematous erythematous patches appearing after scratching, accompanied by itching.
3. Chlorpheniramine and Paracetamol Tablets
Chlorpheniramine and Paracetamol Tablets are first-generation H1 receptor antagonists that alleviate symptoms such as erythema, wheals, and edema caused by urticaria by blocking the binding of histamine to H1 receptors on effector cells, thereby counteracting the inflammatory response induced by histamine.
4. Ephedrine Promethazine Tablets
Ephedrine Promethazine Tablets are also antihistamines that effectively inhibit the release of histamine from mast cells, thereby reducing the production of inflammatory mediators and alleviating tissue edema and itching.
5. Fexofenadine Hydrochloride Capsules
Fexofenadine Hydrochloride Capsules are antihistamines that relieve allergic reactions by blocking histamine H1 receptors. They are commonly used to treat allergic diseases such as urticaria and itching. Urticaria typically presents as red, swollen, and itchy patches on the skin, which can be effectively alleviated by fexofenadine.
It is recommended to strictly follow medical instructions when using the above medications and to closely monitor bodily reactions. At the same time, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, regular作息 (作息 should be replaced with appropriate English term like "rest" or "sleep patterns"), and a light diet can help alleviate symptoms.
