 [ Symptoms ] i have contact dermatitis is there an over the counter ointment that i could buy to help heal this up [ Disease ] this is a popular question that i get at the pharmacy typically the topical hydrocortisone products are very effective to use as long as the skin is not broken or bleeding if the itching is really bothersome an antihistamine like benadryl or zyrtec may be appropriate as well be sure to have your medication list handy when you are talking to the pharmacist and let us know any other over the counter products you may have tried already too so we can help make the best decision