Prickly pear cactus is used for type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, alcohol hangover, colitis, diarrhea, and benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). It is also used to fight viral infections. In foods, the prickly pear juice is used in jellies and candies.
Itching is skin tingling or irritation that makes you want to scratch the itchy area. It's a symptom of many health conditions. Common causes are. Allergic reactions. Eczema. Dry skin. Insect bites and stings. Irritating chemicals.
The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible causes of Itching all over as a symptom. Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments. 1  Sulphinpyrazone. 2  Anturan.