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'''Itchiness''' is the sensation that causes a person the desire or reflex to scratch at their skin. | '''Itchiness''' is the sensation that causes a person the desire or reflex to scratch at their skin. Substances such as [[opioids]], that activate [[histamine]] receptors or trigger histamine release can cause this effect. A way to counteract the itchiness in cases of substance use is to take an [[antihistamine]] such as [[DPH]] ('''Diphenhydramine'''). | ||
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===Psychoactive substances=== | ===Psychoactive substances=== |