Adverse reactions to antibiotics: is the patient really allergic?
Many patients who believe themselves allergic to an antibiotic could in fact be given the suspected drug or a related agent safely. A systematic approach incorporating knowledge of immunopathogenic mechanisms, availability and limitations of diagnostic tests and therapeutic options will lead to successful management of these challenging patients.
Boguniewicz
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Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, USA.
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004342:Drug Hypersensitivity / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D010406:Penicillins / Q000009:adverse effects; D012307:Risk Factors
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D010406:Penicillins