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DEFINITION
In simple terms, "anaphylaxis is a serious allergic
reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death.“
Vasovagal reactions
myocardial ischemia,
arrhythmias,
status asthmaticus,
Seizure,
Epiglottitis,
Hereditary angioedema,
Foreign body airway obstruction,
Carcinoid
Vocal cord dysfunction,
Non–IgE-mediated drug reactions.
1) Corticosteroids
2) Antihistamines
4)Glucagon.
TREATMENT OF BRONCHOSPASM
ADULT DOSE PEDIATRIC DOSE
URTICARIA :
Mild local reactions can be managed with application of ice and oral
antihistamines.
Serum sickness usually begins in the first or second week after the
administration of the drug and can take many weeks to subside
after drug withdrawal.
Generalized malaise, arthralgias, arthritis, pruritus, urticarial
eruptions, fever, adenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly are
common signs and symptoms of serum sickness.
Drug fever : may occur without other associated clinical findings
and may also occur without an immunologic basis.