Bee sting allergy can be treated using home remedies if the symptoms are from mild to moderate. However, the best way of treating bee stings that do not show any serious symptoms is the antihistamines.
Diphenhydramine is one of the most effective antihistamines that are available over the counter. This drug is a first generation antihistamine. If you consume 50mg of diphenhydramine, the symptoms of bee sting allergy will get reduced quickly. This medication starts functioning within 15 minutes. It will be effective for four hours, after which you may need to have another dose of 50mg.
People often take antihistamines without consulting the doctor. The medicine is safe, but you should ask your doctor if you have to take it for a long time, as prolonged use may lead to certain side effects.
As this drug have sedative properties, you may feel a bit drowsy, but this will eventually help you in recovering from the uneasiness or pain caused by the allergy. Other possible side effects of this drug include:
- Dry mouth
- Flushed skin
- Blurred vision and other visual disturbances
- pupil dilation
- Photophobia
- Constipation
- Urinary retention
- Difficulty in concentrating
- Memory loss
- Hallucinations
- Dizziness
- Irregular breathing
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