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I am wondering what the symptoms of allergic reaction to penicilin may be?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Penicillin allergy: Allergic reactions to penicillin can be: rash (most common) hives swelling (angioedema) anaphylaxis (most serious) interstitial nephritis (kidney): rare.

Answered 12/9/2013

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