Question 1

how can i contain itchy symptoms while on medrol 4mg? i got prescribed medrol 4mg for an all body drug reaction rash and took my 6 pills today and am still having moderate itching in my hands and feet. some help with allegra, barely w/ hydrocortisone?

Accepted Answer

: It may take more than 1 day fro the itch to subside.  Give it a few more days before you look for other treatment.

Question 2

i got a rash on my body like a sunburn with a little itching, if this was caused by a drug reaction how long should this rash last?

Accepted Answer

: If you stop the medicine for less than a week

Question 3

what is the treatment for acute drug reaction to omeprazole ,had chills , bone ,joint pain ,hand feet twitch,dizzy, rash come n gofrequent urination?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: At suspecting drug allergy, stop the offending drug and seek evaluation / counseling for possible use of antihistamine and a short 3-5 day course of steroid; if short of breath occurs, take emergency visit right away; if just having bearable itch with no swelling of mouth, take antihistamine and wait out-if not getting better as expected in 3-5 days, seek medical attention timely.

Question 4

taking 200mg gabapentin 1x daily for 6 months. last two days feel itchy and have small area of red bumps(rash) on my mid left back. drug reaction?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Most drug reactions occur within the first few days of starting

Question 5

bx said spongiotic dermatitis drug reaction likely. em type rash only on extremities ,hands/feet extreme itch and blisters several days after augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate). never had allergy. why such delayed reaction. ?

Accepted Answer

Urticaria: likely related to the antibiotics. Notify the prescriber for management

Question 6

rash all over except legs face and feet. biopsy showed atopic dermatitis or medication reaction. don't know where to begin. ?

Accepted Answer

See a specialist: A dermatologist or an allergist, the doctor who performed the biopsy would be able to direct your care, or get a second opinion on your own by checking the mentioned specialists, wish you wellness

Question 7

itchy rash all over except face legs and feet for 6 weeks. biopsy states contact dermatitis or medication reaction.  where do i start?

Accepted Answer

Start: Surely the doctor has advised you about a change in medicines.
If not have a family or friend refer you to a doctor who pays better attention to your concerns.

Question 8

what are the signs and symtoms of major drug reaction?

Accepted Answer

Several: An anaphylactic reaction will result in difficulty in breathing, swelling of the throat and other mucous membranes and a rash. Other symptoms include rashes, fever, generalized aches and pains, swollen joints, fatigue. Internally such organs as the kidneys and liver can be affected causing abdominal and back pain.

Question 9

what is the difference between an adverse drug reaction and side effect?

Accepted Answer

Same thing: It's the same thing - just two different terms. Some side effects could be beneficial and so not an "adverse" reaction but the terms refer to the same effect - unintended consequences (good or bad) of a therapy.

Question 10

what is the main difference between adverse drug reaction and side effect of drug. explain it.

Accepted Answer

Adverse drug reactio: Adverse drug reaction refers to harm associated with the use of a drug at a normal dosage during normal use. Side effect refers to effect of a drug which may be beneficial.

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How can i contain itchy symptoms while on medrol 4mg? i got prescribed medrol 4mg for an all body drug reaction rash and took my 6 pills today and am still having moderate itching in my hands and feet. some help with allegra, barely w/ hydrocortisone?

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I got a rash on my body like a sunburn with a little itching, if this was caused by a drug reaction how long should this rash last?

A member asked:

What is the treatment for acute drug reaction to omeprazole ,had chills , bone ,joint pain ,hand feet twitch,dizzy, rash come n gofrequent urination?

A member asked:

Taking 200mg gabapentin 1x daily for 6 months. last two days feel itchy and have small area of red bumps(rash) on my mid left back. drug reaction?

A member asked:

Bx said spongiotic dermatitis drug reaction likely. em type rash only on extremities ,hands/feet extreme itch and blisters several days after augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate). never had allergy. why such delayed reaction. ?

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Rash all over except legs face and feet. biopsy showed atopic dermatitis or medication reaction. don't know where to begin. ?

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Itchy rash all over except face legs and feet for 6 weeks. biopsy states contact dermatitis or medication reaction. where do i start?

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What are the signs and symtoms of major drug reaction?

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What is the difference between an adverse drug reaction and side effect?

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What is the main difference between adverse drug reaction and side effect of drug. explain it.

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