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Allergic To Penicillin 50 Year Ago. Can I Take Amoxicillin For Swollen Gland And Chest Infection?
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Sharon Says:
Fifty years ago I was only slightly allergic to penicillin with rash on my butt. Currently, I've been sick with a bug going around for a week and a half now. Almost better except my gland hurts when I swallow and swollen and still slight congestion in my chest. I have 500 mg of Amoxil in my home. Is this okay to take this? It is the weekend and can't get to doctors and I do not want to pay the outrageous fee in urgent care.
I also have another question. I have bottles of antibiotics that look the same as when I get a prescription that were for my Labrador dog. Are these the same as human drugs? My research says they are.
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Hello, Sharon! How are you?
It should be safe, but there is a chance that you may be allergic to it, as well.
However, there is also a chance that rash 50 years ago wasn't an allergy, but rather a normal side effect. Antibiotics can cause a non-allergic skin rash in some people that take them, along with other side effects, as listed by the FDA, which may include nausea, dizziness, headache and diarrhea.
The main issue is that antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, so if your symptoms are just due to a cold or flu, then it would be inappropriate to take one, since the are caused by viruses. Thus, it would be best to consult your doctor.
Is there anything else I can help with?
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