Health Tip: Symptoms of a Drug Allergy
Some drugs cause unpleasant side effects in many people, including nausea, dizziness or fatigue.
But if you're allergic to a drug, you can have a reaction that ranges from mild to life-threatening. Penicillin and other antibiotics are among the most common causes of drug allergy.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these warning signs of an allergic reaction to a medication:
- Hives.
- Skin rash.
- Itchiness of the skin or eyes.
- Wheezing or difficulty breathing.
- Swollen lips, eyes or tongue.
Health Tip: Coping With Pet Allergies
If being near a pet makes you sniffle, sneeze, and your eyes water, you may not have to live a pet-free life.
The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology offers these suggestions:
- Always wash your hands after you touch a pet. And avoid kissing or hugging your furry friend.
- Keep cat litter boxes away from vents, and try to limit your exposure to them.
- Give your pet a bath each week to reduce dander. And try to have a person who isn't allergic regularly brush your pet outdoors.
- Don't allow pets on upholstered furniture. If necessary, cover the furniture in plastic.
- Make sure your pet is on a healthy diet to help reduce shedding.
- Try to eliminate rugs and carpets from your home, and use a double filter or micro-filter bag in your vacuum.
- Ask your doctor about getting allergy shots to control symptoms.
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