Wash the bite with soap and water
Apply a cold compress for 10 to 15 minutes
Use an ice pack wrapped in cloth
Apply calamine lotion
Apply hydrocortisone cream
Use an oral antihistamine if needed
Avoid scratching
Keep fingernails short
Apply a baking soda paste
Apply aloe vera gel
Use a paste made from oatmeal and water
Try a warm compress if cold does not help
Cover the bite with a bandage
Seek medical help if swelling is severe or signs of infection appear