i had an anaphylaxis after taken a penicillian tablet.
i had an anaplyaxis after taken a penicilian tablet and was unconsience within 5 mins my throat had swollen and i couldn,t breath and my body also swelled,i had another attack although only mild my lips and eyes swelled and breathing at bit laboured and i went staight to the hospital that was caused when my cat had a pencilian injection and i stroked him,the specilist is not sure whether to give me the epi pen but i am so scared that if i have another bad attack the ambulance my not get to me in time,can i ask for the epi pen?
Hi Sally, Sounds like you've had some frightening experiences! Allergic reactions can sometimes be severe, as you've seen, and totally unexpected. The EpiPen, when used quickly and correctly, can lessen the severity of anaphylaxis and is a great idea for people with known anaphylaxis events to carry.
You have every right to discuss this with your physician. You might also want to think about getting a Medi-Alert bracelet or necklace that will alert emergency personnel to your penicillin allergy in the case of another event with you losing consciousness, where you cannot speak up for yourself.
So, yes, talk with your doctor about the EpiPen! Advocate for yourself.
To your health,
Kathi
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I would say dont take them. I am allergic to penicillin and i have asthma. Anaphalactic shock can be deadly. Go see your gp for something else if you need the tablet.
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