Condition · ICD-10 L29.9
Pruritus
Chronic Itching
A persistent, uncomfortable urge to scratch the skin that can occur with or without a visible rash.
Chronic pruritus (itching lasting more than 6 weeks) can be caused by skin diseases, systemic conditions, neurological disorders, or psychiatric illness. Antihistamines, topical corticosteroids, and moisturizers are common treatments; identifying and addressing the underlying cause is essential.
At a glance
Medications tracked
7
First-line options
Hydroxyzine hcl, Loratadine, Levocetirizine
Related conditions
EczemaPsoriasisLiver DiseaseKidney Disease
First-line Related Treatments
Commonly associated primary options — verify with your clinician
Short-term / As-needed
Related options for acute or bridging use
Calamine and pramoxine hydrochloride
OTCLotion
Strength 10 mg/mL-80 mg/mL
NDC 82645-0922-96
Bacitracin zinc pramoxine hcl
OTCOintment
Strength 500 [USP'U]/g-10 mg/g
NDC 52412-0725-01
Situational
Related options for specific presentations
Top treatments tried for Pruritus
Community-driven data · early preview
Hydroxyzine hcl
1,800 people tried
★★★★★4.3
Loratadine
1,520 people tried
★★★★★4.1
Levocetirizine
1,240 people tried
★★★★★4.0
Calamine and pramoxine hydrochloride
960 people tried
★★★★★3.8
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