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Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amoxicillin after using it several times previously? i'm on day 4 of 875mg/2x daily and today i am breaking out in hives. what should i do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Even though you have used Amoxicillin previously, you can develop an allergic response at any time in the future. You should stop the medicine and call your doctor.

Answered 6/12/2018

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Medicine allergies: Yes. The thing to understand about allergic reactions is that the body generally has to have had prior exposure before an allergic response. It is actually rare to have a true allergy to something with the first exposure.You should stop the medicine and notify your physician to get a different antibiotic and document the allergy.

Answered 6/12/2018

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