What are tx strategies to avoid?

Old sedating antihistamines, higher than 4-fold doses of 2nd gen, avoid long term use of corticosteroids, in acute exacerbation short course of glucocorticoids considered. • Stop the medications to avoid • Minimize or avoid use of aspirin and codeine. It is usually safe to take paracetamol to relieve pain. NSAID’s should be avoided in those that react adversely to aspirin. ACE inhibitors should be avoided in those with angioedema • Dietary changes may help. Some urticaria are aggravated by salicylates in certain fruits, or additives including amines, tartrazine)102), benzoates (210-220) and other food chemicals • Avoid alcohol (it causes vasodilation). Try not to overheat. Cool the affected area with a fan, cold flannel, ice pack or soothing moisturizing lotion