Evaluation and management of pediatric drug allergic reactions.

Full Abstract

Drug allergy is a common reason for consulting an allergist. Determining whether a particular drug is involved can be accomplished with a careful history and physical examination, knowledge of the common and idiosyncratic reactions of the drugs in question, and selective skin testing. If a drug reaction is suspected, alternatives exist to allow continued appropriate treatment. A practical approach to the pediatric patient is outlined along with a general discussion of common drug allergic reactions encountered in clinical practice.

Author information

Author/s: Buchmiller, Brett L (BL); Khan, David A (DA);

Affiliation: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75390-8859, USA.

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article; Review

Journal: Current allergy and asthma reports (Curr Allergy Asthma Rep), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2007-Nov; vol 7 (issue 6) : pp 402-9

Dates: Created 2007/11/07; Completed 2008/01/03;

PMID: 17986369, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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