Tag: penicillin allergy

Penicillin Desensitization: Safe Protocols for Allergic Patients Who Need Beta-Lactams
10
Dec
Penicillin Desensitization: Safe Protocols for Allergic Patients Who Need Beta-Lactams
Medications 12 Comments

Penicillin desensitization safely allows allergic patients to receive essential beta-lactam antibiotics when no alternatives exist. Learn how the procedure works, who qualifies, and why it's critical in fighting antimicrobial resistance.

Penicillin Allergies vs Side Effects: How to Tell Them Apart and Why It Matters
7
Dec
Penicillin Allergies vs Side Effects: How to Tell Them Apart and Why It Matters
Medications 10 Comments

Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn how to tell the difference between a true allergy and common side effects-and why getting tested could save your life and money.