Difficulty breathing , wheezing , and other symptoms may indicate anaphylactic reaction . Skin testing may confirm allergy to penicillin-type medications. A history of allergic-type reaction after use of a medication is often considered adequately diagnostic for drug allergy. The treatment goal is relief of symptoms. The offending medication should be avoided.
Most drug allergies respond readily to treatment.
A few cases cause severe asthma or anaphylaxis . Calling Your Health Care Provider Call your health care provider if you are taking a medication and develop symptoms indicating drug allergy. There is no known way to prevent development of a drug allergy. In people who have a drug allergy, avoiding the medication is the best means to prevent an allergic reaction . The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.