Allergic Reactions Questions (Page 12)

How long does Bactrim stay in your system?

My wife was prescribed this and I am allergic to sulfa. Can it be transferred to me when we kiss or have sex while she's on it?

Is EpiPen used for heart attacks? What other uses than allergic reactions?

Will 4 weeks on prednisone cause major weight gain?

I've been hit with a random bout of hives/urticaria for reasons unknown. Went on a 5 day course of prednisone which knocked it back significantly but the skin reactions were still present afterwards. Currently on Blexten but again, skin will still flare up if scratched or has too much contact... read more

I have a question, I'm hoping someone can answer. I've been on the blood pressure medication HCTZ...

... for 9 months, a month ago I started getting tiny red spots on my hands, legs and feet. Then my skin started peeling. Then heart palps started, completely out of the blue. Could this be an allergic reaction after being on this med for all these months? I have an appointment with my doctor this... read more

Hydroxyzine 25mg true purpose?

I have a 7 day supply I just got last week. Are the 25mg meant to treat the itch from an allergic reaction only or is it meant to make my sleep better?

Does the Plenvu flavorings cause allergic reactions to people suffering from fruit allergies?

The first dose of Plenvu has a mango flavor. If a person is allergic to mango due to having latex allergy, is it safe to drink the first dose without having an allergic reaction? The second dose has a fruit punch flavor but doesn’t specify what flavorings. Which flavorings are in the Fruit... read more

When to take prednisone 5mg if I miss a dose?

Today was my first time taking the prednisone 5 mg. I did take a dosage at breakfast Saturday morning but I forgot to take the dosage for lunch and supper and bedtime so can you please tell me what to do if I miss a dosage and where to start from I won’t to know do I just go on and take the... read more

Long term use of prednisone?

I have found i like the way prednisone makes me have energy. i seem more alert, i don’t have any pains. I have been self medicating with prednisone for over 15 years. I have a learned to come up with different stories every few months for my doctor, ear aches, arthritis acting up etc. this... read more

Hydrocortisone and allergic reactions?

My daughter has been showing allergic reactions to her hydrocortisone for 2 years. Bad headaches & itching eyes upon taking a tablet. She has hypopituritsm. Her doctor put her on prednisone which does not seem to be working. We cannot find anything in all brand ingredients which it could be.... read more

I want to stop taking Farxiga because I believe I might have an allergic reaction to it?

I have been taking Farxiga for 9 months. Do I need to step down or can I just stop taking it?

Venlafaxine - Venalaxine and weight gain?

I’ve had to reluctantly come off Prozac pretty abruptly because of an allergic reaction, it was doing wonders for me mentally and I felt great, so I really didn’t want to come off it. I’ve now been asked to start Venlafaxine 75mg once a day, starting on Monday. Does anyone know... read more

Emergency Treatment Plans for Allergic Reactions in Children

Allergic reactions to inactive ingredients in medications

Hydrocodone use if allergic to codeine?

codeine makes a bad itch (back and arms). I have a colostomy bag and have to have pain meds. The itch is not as intense, but its still there. Should I be worried about other (internal) reactions? I can stand the itch if I have to, the good outweighs the bad. I just don't want it to be causing... read more

What do I need to know about Medications/Vaccinations before I Travel?