Wonder Drugs Peril To Allergic Persons
Dr. Samuel M. Feinberg notes the rise of drug allergies with modern medicines. Penicillin remains the leading allergen, causing three main reaction types including serum sickness and immediate anaphylaxis, with millions affected and many drugs contributing to allergic risks.
Rare penicillin reaction warned by old medical note
The article stresses that skin tests before penicillin administration rarely fail and positive reactions are common, while the miraculous results of modern drugs outweigh allergy fears. It cautions that precautionary skin tests may prevent severe reactions in some cases, though not for most drugs.
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Samuel M. Feinberg
M. D
International Assn. of
Allergology
Chicago
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