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Urticaria since last 5 years

2025-10-25 16:45:08
I have been getting hives and 5 years ago, got diagnosed with Urticaria. Used Bilastine 20mg for about 1-2 years then switched to Levocetirizine 5mg and have been taking those tablets daily. Are there any side effects for daily usage? Is it concerning because there is no stoppage of hives and have to take levocetirizine daily. My dermatologist suggested me to use the same tablets for years but this indefinite time is now causing a concern to me.
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Complete history is required. Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment.

Answered2025-10-31 14:59:42

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Urticaria sometimes last for quite long if getting controlled with antihistamines usually nothing additional needs to be done. If trigger is known avoiding trigger can help, if its idiopathic than can try looking for some internal issues (autoimmunity) and if its there desensitisation can be tried
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Consult for further details

Answered2025-10-31 06:46:29

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Can be taken for long time but better take injection which are available for relapse prevention
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information

Answered2025-10-29 05:00:12

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this urticaria rashes... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Answered2025-10-29 01:14:53

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

Answered2025-10-28 09:04:48

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It can be taken for long time. Chronic urticaria tends to last for years.

Answered2025-10-29 06:10:06

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Please give your complete history and photos to know exact reason of urticaria. It is treatable but I need more information about your concern.
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consult online/ offline for appropriate treatment.

Answered2025-10-28 13:19:40

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Detailed history and clear images are required for proper diagnosis and treatment. There are other treatment options available.
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kindly book online consultation for further management

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there are some other medication for Chronic urticaria that could be taken for that some investigations are required and you have to consult for proper treatment

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Yes. They are safe unless you have other co morbidities.

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