Rash

[Monkey1960]

Who is getting a rash and what are you doing???

[flcyclist]

Rashes can be a real game changer if they get out of hand.  The last thing you want to do is dose reduce or stop one of the drugs (if you can figure out which one is the culprit), so nip it in the bud early if possible.  I had similar results as researchmonkey with the OTC creams and lotions, making things worse.  A proper diagnosis by a dermatologist is a good first step to know the best course of action.  There's plenty to read if you do a search for "rash" on this site.

It might be helpful to be more specific with your own case if you are looking for other suggestions.

[researchmonkey326]

I sent a note to your inbox this morning.  I've had nightmarish rashes and have found that OTC creams and what worked for a lot of people made me worse.  Send me a note and I'll list the things that have helped me- main thing is find a dermatologist.  Although a lot of people get rashes, sometimes they can become very serious so don't take it lightly- another person in my trial got MRSA from a rash on her scalp.  Good luck- hopefully yours will be of the mild sort.

[CaughtOffGuard]

Hey monkey,  Unfortunately, rashes are pretty common during treatment.  Especially if ribaviron and telepravir are involved.  Mild rashes usually respond to otc topical corticosteroid creams.  Cool compresses and soaking in Aveno did wonders for me.
NOTE:  If you have RED, SWOLLEN, PAINFUL BLISTERS.....CALL YOUR DR.......

take care,
christina

[pedro007]

My Dr prescribed a cortisone cream. For dry skin I rubbed different kinds of cream all over my whole body. Nutrogina body emulsion, gold bond, dream cream, most anything should work.  

                            Pedro