Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD You can typically treat bug bites and stings at home with anti-itch creams and ...

Mosquito bites and bee stings are common insect-related wounds ... You can keep the wound clean to avoid infection, and use an OTC product like a pain reliever or calamine lotion to stop itching.

To treat a bee sting, you must remove the stinger since it continues to pump toxins into the skin. Bee sting treatment can also include a cold compress, antihistamines, or pain relievers.