antibiotic question

[Leah22]

I started taking erythromycin yesterday for tonsillitis. I have taken 3 doses so far. In the past I have had mild allergic  reactions to antibiotics....such as amoxicillin and bactrum where I have broken out in hives. Its been almost 24 hours since I started taking the medicine....should I still be worried about an allergic reaction? Would any reaction have occurred already? I have had a headache and slight nausea, is that normal? Any info would be helpful so I can put my mind at ease. Thanks a lot.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Glad to know that the post was of some help to you.

How are you doing now?

Let us know if you have any other doubts and post us about how you are doing.

Regards.

[Leah22]

thanks for the info. My doctor is aware of the antibiotics i am allergic to, and she said that this one is usually prescribed for people sensitive to penicillins. Thanks again, take care.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

The chances that you would develop an allergic reaction to the erythromycin now are very less.

But you should still keep oral antihistamine or antiallergic medications at hand for use in case of a sudden flare up of symptoms.

Do report any abnormal symptoms to your doctor.

Let your doctor know the antibiotics you are allergic to , next time onwards.

Let us know if you need any further information and post us about how you are doing.

Regards.

[Leah22]

thanks so much for the info. Its been over a day and I feel fine, other than a little nausea. I feel more at ease now. Thanks!

[regenhard]

put your mind at ease .  If in the event you have some reaction
(I have peeling hands and feet to almost all antibiotics) take
benadryl    keep it on hand and it will stop reaction, then
tell Dr. next day.    From  E.