Anthisan Bite & Sting Cream Relief from insect bites, stings & stinging nettle rash, 20 g ( Pack of 1)

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In rare cases, using hydrocortisone for a long time can slow down the normal growth of children and teenagers. Note that if bitten by a horsefly, you're more susceptible to infection than with other bites. This is because horsefly bites cut open your skin, rather than piercing it, meaning bites are larger and slower to heal. To help prevent bites, ensure your skin stays covered if you spend time around horses. Mepyramine works by preventing the actions of histamine - a compound produced by the body when it reacts to a foreign substance, such as venom from insect bites or stings (these are known as allergens). Many people don't realise it, but all ladybirds can bite. A bite from a ladybird may be painful, but usually won't cause any further problems. To reduce the risk of infection, avoid scratching and don't burst any blisters that form. If a young child has been bitten or stung, trim and clean their fingernails. For babies, you can buy anti-scratch cotton mittens

Montgomery L, Seys J, Mees J. To pee, or not to pee: A review on envenomation and treatment in European jellyfish species. Mar Drugs. 2016;14(7):127. doi:10.3390/md14070127 Most native UK spiders are harmless, but a few (such as the false widow) can bite. Bites may cause pain, redness and swelling. Acid Reflux Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). If it keeps happening, it’s called gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).

4. How and when to use hydrocortisone skin treatments

In the UK, mosquito bites rarely cause anything more than itchiness, but in some overseas regions, they can spread malaria. Ensure you take precautions to help prevent malaria if you're travelling to a country where the disease can be caught. This may include taking malaria prevention tablets. Speak to your GP or pharmacist if you’re planning to visit an area with a risk of malaria well in advance of your scheduled travel. Creams for nappy rash and other skin problems in children under 10 years old are only available on prescription.

This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist. If you experience breathlessness, swelling of the mouth, dizziness, or a racing heart, call 999 for an ambulance immediately No appointment is required, simply pop down to your local pharmacy to see if a member of our team is available to chat. During busier periods, a pharmacist may not be available and waiting times can vary. Anthisan bite and sting cream is used for relieving the skin redness, swelling, itching and pain associated with insect bites or stings and nettle rash.Like all medicines, Anthisan Bite and Sting Cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. These can often be found on household pets. Flea bites are small, red and itchy, and usually occur in clusters.