Does Benadryl Help With Itchy Skin?
Poison oak; Poison sumac; Sumac - poisonous; Oak - poisonous; Ivy - poisonous
Home Treatment
Wash the area immediately with soap and water. Quickly washing the area can prevent a reaction, but it doesn't usually help if done more than 1 hour after touching the plant's sap. Flush the eyes out with water.
Carefully wash any contaminated objects or clothing alone in hot soapy water. Do not let the items touch any other clothing or materials.
An over-the-counter antihistamine such as...
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