Xyzal Epinephrine Angioneurotic Edema
Angioneurotic edema; Welts
Treatment
Mild symptoms may not need treatment. Moderate to severe symptoms may need treatment. Breathing difficulty is an emergency condition.
Cool compresses or soaks can provide pain relief.
Medications used to treat angioedema include:
- Antihistamines
- Anti-inflammatory medicines (corticosteroids)
- Epinephrine
- Ranitidine (Zantac)
- Terbutaline (a bronchodilator)
If the person has trouble breathing, seek immediate...
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