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Is it possible for me to take phenergan (promethazine) if i'm allergic to penicillan?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes you can: Phenergan (promethazine) and penicillin are totally different classes of medication. One is a first generation antihistamine, while the other (penicillin) is an antibiotics. You should take Phenergan (promethazine) safely if you have penicillin allergy.

Answered 2/24/2018

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