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Recently discovered im allergic to cephalosporins. i had a rash, but also feverish and achy. are these all legitimate symptoms of medication allergy?
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Yes they are and you: can no longer take penicillins or cephalosporins. These are two important classes of antibiotics. Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.
Answered 10/22/2015
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