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If your child is exposed, start preventive measures by:

1. Gently wash the affected area for several minutes in warm, soapy water.

2. Wash all clothes, shoes, and pets that may have come in contact with the plant; the oil can spread from clothes to other surfaces easily and quickly.

3. If your child does develop a rash, you can try these tips:

• Apply a calming lotion, like calamine, three to four times a day to help the itch.

• Drawing a cold bath or an oatmeal bath also may help to soothe the rash. Don’t scrub the area with soap because that often makes the skin itchier.

• Try an oral antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine, to reduce the itch at night. Contact the physician first for dosing.

• Trimming your child’s nails might prevent scraping the skin and putting it at risk for infection.

• Always contact your pediatrician should you have questions or concerns.

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