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If allergic to penicillin and exposed to mold will i have a reaction?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Not likely: The penicillin used for antibiotics is all synthetic and not derived from penicillium mold anymore.

Answered 5/2/2014

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