Discover reviews on "electric mosquito bite antipruritic device" based on Reddit discussions and experiences.
Last updated: August 20, 2025 at 09:34 PM
Reddit Comments Summary on Electric Mosquito Bite Antipruritic Devices
Heating Devices
- Heating Pen: Provides sudden heat to the bite, breaking down the enzyme causing itchiness. "The only thing that provides genuine relief is a Heating Pen I bought that applies sudden heat to a bite."
- Hair Dryer: "Heating bug bites with a Hair Dryer works also."
- Spoon: "I use a Spoon heated in a cup of hot water to neutralize mosquito bites."
Other Treatments
- AfterBite/Ammonia Pen: "Instant complete relief." "Nobody using AfterBite?"
- Bug Bite Thing: "A small plastic suction device that removes mosquito saliva to reduce swelling and itching." "Removes saliva causing allergic reactions."
- Vinegar: "Vinegar also does the trick."
- Scotch Tape: "Dude. Put a piece of Scotch Tape over a mosquito bite."
- Benadryl: "A drop of crushed Benadryl mixed with water makes a paste for itching and swelling."
- Cold Compress: "Cold Compress works better for bug bites."
Other Remedies
- Toothpaste: "Basic fluoride toothpaste works to stop itching of insect bites."
- Nail Polish: "Nail polish painted over the bite kills the itch and swelling."
- Isopropyl Alcohol: "Wiping the bites with isopropyl alcohol works temporarily."
Devices and Gadgets
- Bite Away: A device that applies sudden heat to bites. "It worked like a charm, but can get hot."
- Clicker: "I have a clicker that inhibits histamine and works against mosquitoes."
Home Remedies
- Tobacco Paste: For bee stings, mix tobacco with spit and apply to reduce pain.
- Plantain Leaf: "Rubbing crushed plantain leaf on the bite works."
- Candle Wax: "Melted candle wax over the bite works."
Cautionary Notes
- Toxic Treatments: "Please DON'T use a chatbot for health matters." "Some devices may be placebo and false advertising."
Miscellaneous
- Amputation: "Amputation of the affected limb also relieves the itching."
- Self-Harm: "Here I am just using a lighter... Leaves a small burn but I'd rather deal with burns than one bite."
- Humor: "This is some Major Payne shit right there."
This comprehensive summary outlines various treatments and remedies suggested by Reddit users for electric mosquito bite antipruritic devices, including heating devices, natural remedies, and cautionary notes on the effectiveness of certain treatments.