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A member asked:
I had a severe allergic reaction to ciprofloxacin(only took 2 pills) and have been on steroids&benadryl for 5 days. how long will it take to clear?
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It should: Start improving by now. If symptoms have not improved seek immediate re-evaluation
Answered 10/4/2016
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About a week.: You should be able to get off the Benadryl (diphenhydramine) now if your not having any chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing or swelling of face and neck. Take the steroids a couple more days. Make sure this is ok with your doctor. If you have severe return of your previous symptoms, go to the ER.
Answered 1/3/2016
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