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What Causes Hives Like Itchy Sores?

I have developed hives like sores that are very itchy. I have been taking this medication 2 x a week since Jan. 16th of this year. I have come to Florida on a vacation and now I am having this trouble. Is it caused by this medicine and can I just stop it?
Tue, 1 Oct 2019
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hello,

Yes, hives could be drug-induced. Common medications that induce hives are painkillers, antibiotics, multivitamins, etc.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist
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What Causes Hives Like Itchy Sores?

Hello, Yes, hives could be drug-induced. Common medications that induce hives are painkillers, antibiotics, multivitamins, etc. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist