Question 1

what is the definition or description of: cefizox allergy?

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Cefizox allergy: Cefizox (Ceftizoxime) is an antibiotic. An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system creates antibodies to a foreign substance causing a reaction that can be mild to severe.  For potential adverse effects see:   http://reference.medscape.com/drug/cefizox-ceftizoxime-342509.  This medication has been discontinued.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: ceftizoxime allergy?

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Ceftizoxime allergy: Ceftizoxime is a a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic medication. Medication allergic reactions can include difficulty breathing, hives and swelling of face, lips, throat, mouth or tongue.

Question 3

i had gotten ceftizoxime in the hospital.  is that the same as keflex capsules?

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Cephalosporins: Ceftizoxime is a third generation cephalosporin. It has more coverage for gram- negative bacteria. Keflex (cephalexin) is first generation cephalosporin andh as more coverage for gram positives and some gram-negatives. As the generation goes up there is more coverage for gram positive bacteria.

Question 4

why might someone be on d5 1/2ns with ceftizoxime?

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IV fluids: Those are a type of IV fluid and it is often selected when the patient is not able to eat (say they are going for surgery the next day). The D5 keeps the cellular metabolic cycle running (TCA cycle), without going into ketoacidosis. The 1/2 Normal Saline part is fluid and salt that's supplemental to the body. If you have questions about a patient's treatment -feel free to ask the prescribing doc.

Question 5

what is ceftizoxime prescribed for?

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Ceftizoxime: is prescribed to treat bacterial infections.

Question 6

what could cause allergies all year long?

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All year long.: Most commonly dust mites and molds and pets. In rare cases, what you work around.

Question 7

what are the main causes of allergies during the winter?

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Indoor allergens: There is little that pollinates in the winter. If you are in the south you may experience mountain cedar pollinating then, but in the north there isn't really anything. So allergies in the winter tend to be caused by indoor allergens (pets, etc), or are not allergies but upper respiratory infections, or irritant responses to pollution, response to cold/dry air, etc.

Question 8

i am having allergy symptoms in my house. what may cause these outbreaks?

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Indoor allergies: Common indoor allergens include dust mite and animal dander.  Other less common indoor allergens are mold, cockroach, other pets (birds, rodents), and feathers (pillows, comforters).   During tree, grass or weed pollen season, pollen may blow through screens or open doors or windows, making it seem like indoor allergens.  An allergist can perform skin tests for these and have an answer in 20 min.

Question 9

what can cause crab allergies?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Crab allergy is a shellfish allergy and can develop at any time during adulthood.  Why some adults can consume crabs their entire life without any problems and others can go on to develop symptoms is unknown.  Shellfish allergy is a common adult allergen and symptoms can vary from one accidental exposure to the next so avoidance once symptoms develop is the best way to manage.

Question 10

why do allergies cause dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Yes they can: Allergies can interfere with normal nasal and ear function which then causes a problem with a structure known as semicircular canals.  These are part of the ear and help tell your brain where your head is located.

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