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Antibiotics (cont.)

Medical Author:
Everett Stephens, MD
Medical Editor:
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR

Dr. Shiel received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Notre Dame. There he was involved in research in radiation biology and received the Huisking Scholarship. After graduating from St. Louis University School of Medicine, he completed his Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship at the University of California, Irvine. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

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Antibiotic Allergy

Some people are allergic to certain types of antibiotics, most commonly penicillin. If you have a question about a potential allergy, ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking the medicine.

Allergic reactions commonly have the following symptoms:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Itching
  • Swelling of the lips, face, or tongue
  • Fainting

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Antibiotics - Drug Interactions

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Did you experience any negative drug interactions when taking antibiotics?

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