Wash the bite with soap and water
Apply a cold compress for 10 to 15 minutes
Use hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion
Take an oral antihistamine if itching is severe
Avoid scratching the area
Keep the bite clean and dry
Elevate the area if it is swollen
Use pain relievers if needed
Watch for signs of infection
Seek medical care if you have trouble breathing, facial swelling, or a rapidly worsening reaction