A 44-year-old man has been diagnosed with chronic urticaria, the exact cause of which cannot be determined. What is the pharmacological treatment that is most likely to be of most use to the man?
A)
topical retinoids
B)
epinephrine
C)
antihistamines
D)
benzoyl peroxide
Ans:
C
Feedback:
While epinephrine may be of use during an acute episode of urticaria that affects the upper airway, antihistamines are the most common regular treatment modality. Retinoids and benzoyl peroxide are used for the treatment of acne.
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