Description
Drug reactions can result in many different symptoms but rash, fatigue and gastrointestinal reactions are among the most common. In severe cases, the reactions can result in airway swelling and very low blood pressure, occasionally resulting in death.
Symptoms
Rash, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, swelling, breathing problems, low blood pressure.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice
Treatment
Removal of the offending drug. Treatment of any symptoms may include: intravenous fluids, oxygen, anti-nausea medications, antihistamines, steroids, and/or epinephrine.