What is a Real Allergic Reaction to Erythromycin?
Erythromycin can cause nausea and vomiting. Some claim it's a "mycin" allergy yet they can tolerate zpack or Biaxin. What is a real erythromycin allergy?
Oct 26, 2010
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Amy Andersen
What is a Real Flu Shot Vaccine Allergy?
It isn't possible to get the flu from the shot but a few people can have a serious allergic reaction. Understand what is and isn't a flu shot reaction.
Oct 7, 2010
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Amy Andersen
Antibiotic Allergies: Penicillin, Sulfa Drugs and Tetracyclines
Allergic reactions to antibiotics can develop in infants, children and adults and can be serious. Symptoms include rashes, hives, swelling and anaphylaxis.
Jun 30, 2010
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Noreen Kassem
Risk of Complications with Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs
Over-the-counter medications, or OTC drugs, can have serious side effects for the user. It is important to know the potential hazards of OTC medicines.
May 19, 2010
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Vikas Vij
What is a True Allergic Reaction to Codeine?
Codeine, an opioid narcotic, is a pain med with many side effects that may not be true allergic reactions. Learn about pseudo-allergy and drug substitutes.
Apr 30, 2010
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Amy Andersen
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Noreen Kassem - Noreen Kassem is a hospital doctor based in London, UK. She has extensive experience in clinical research and an undergraduate honors ...