Abstract
An antibiotic allergic reaction represents one of the side effects of drugs and is a daily worry for the clinician. If urticaria and maculo-papular eruptions are the most frequent manifestations, then anaphylaxis can occur. The tools allowing a definite diagnosis are validated for some antibiotics and include the following procedures: a thorough clinical history, standardized skin tests, reliable biological tests, and drug provocation tests. When properly performed in specialized centers, a firm diagnosis is often possible and safe alternative medication can be proposed. This is particularly the case for b-lactam antibiotics, considering their wide prescription and utility.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Anaphylaxis and Hypersensitivity Reactions |
Publisher | Humana Press |
Pages | 171-182 |
Number of pages | 12 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781603279505 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Keywords
- β(beta)-lactams
- Anaphylaxis
- Antibiotic allergy
- Drug allergy/hypersensitivity
- Provocation tests
- Skin tests
- Specific IgE
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)