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Had asthma like symptoms to naproxen & ibuprofen. took mobic (meloxicam). had sweating, chills, difficulty focusing eyes. am i allergic or sensitive to nsaids?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Unusual: Although it is possible, the type of reaction you described is unusual for NSAID reactions although a drug fever cannot be ruled out. See allergist to help you sort this out.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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