what relieves pain for an insect sting
Relieving pain, itching, and swelling. Apply an ice pack to a bite or sting for 15 to 20 minutes once an hour for the first 6 hours. Always keep a cloth between your skin and the ice pack, and press firmly against all the curves of the affected area.
Do you put vinegar or baking soda on a wasp sting? Both baking soda and vinegar can provide relief from the sting of a wasp or a bee, but baking soda is the more common remedy. A thick paste of baking soda and water applied directly to the sting can neutralize the soreness and reduce itchiness.
1 An antihistamine taken by mouth, such as Benadryl or Chlor-Trimeton, may help relieve itching, redness, and swelling. Don't give antihistamines to your child unless you've checked with the doctor first.  A spray of local anesthetic containing benzocaine, such as Solarcaine, may help relieve pain.