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Is There an over the Counter Med I Can Take to Help Reduce Swelling After Filler Injections?

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VixstewMay 3, 2011

I had a combo of Radiesse for my jawline and mouth corners and restalyne for my lip lines. It's been almost 24 hours and I have been icing the area. But is there an over the counter med I can take to reduce the swelling? I read something about Zyrtec and Benedryl. Is that helpful?

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