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Drugs that are a common source of allergies are anti-inflammatory medicines and antibiotics; however, any type of drug can result in an allergic reaction. — AZMAN GHANI/The Star
Allergic reactions to medicines, also known as drug allergies, occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly identifies a medicine as a harmful foreign substance and releases histamines and other body chemicals to combat it.Certain cells, like mast cells and basophils, will release histamines when the body detects the presence of an allergen.
Mild allergy symptoms include skin rashes, itchiness, hives, localised swelling, sneezing and a runny nose. It is especially crucial for patients, or their accompanying family members or friends, to remember the name of the medicine that triggered the allergic reaction. Prompt medical care can alleviate symptoms and prevent life-threatening reactions like anaphylactic shock.
This is essential to avoid treatment failure for other medical conditions, especially in critical situations where drug options are limited. It ensures that healthcare professionals are promptly notified of the patient’s allergies, thereby preventing potential allergic reactions.
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