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A member asked:

Taken amoxicillin in the past with no issues. on it now for strep. how likely is it that i will develop an allergy or anaphylaxis? i've taken 3 doses.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Unlikely: If any reaction, would be mild not anaphylaxis, at any rate, if any reaction happens, stop the drug, take antihistamines and call your doctor

Answered 12/22/2015

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