The redness and swelling of the skin after ant bites may be caused by ants’ toxin irritating the skin, which can be treated with iodophor, halometasone cream, loratadine tablets and other medications.
1. Povidone-iodine: Povidone-iodine is a commonly used disinfectant, with the efficacy of sterilization, disinfection, etc. It can disinfect the site of ant bites. However, it cannot be used together with iodine antagonist drugs such as red mercury.
2. Halometasone cream: If the redness, swelling and pain are more serious, you can also apply halometasone cream, which belongs to the glucocorticoid drug, has the effect of reducing swelling and anti-inflammatory. However, patients who are allergic to this product are prohibited. Common adverse reactions are burning sensation and itching sensation on the skin.
3. Loratadine tablets: belonging to the antihistamine class of drugs, can be used to treat itching, redness and swelling of the skin caused by ant bites and other symptoms. It is prohibited for those who are allergic to loratadine and should be used with caution in pregnant women. There may be weakness, nausea, drowsiness and other adverse reactions.
It is best for patients to seek timely medical attention, and the drug needs to be used in strict accordance with medical advice.