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What are the causes of penicillin allergy

by Guest6955  |  12 years, 7 month(s) ago

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My friend was prescribed flagyl by dentist for minor infection. He is feeling nauseous and weak. He is allergic to penicillin. Can anyone tell me What are the causes of penicillin allergy?

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  1. Guest4072
    A penicillin allergy develops only upon exposure to the drug. The body produces antibodies called IgE that stimulate histamine production upon receiving penicillin. So when the person takes penicillin the next time around, he develops an allergic reaction.

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