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Allergic Reaction To Ibuprofen

Health Encyclopedia: Allergic Rhinitis Introduction

Introduction


The nose is separated into two passages by a wall of cartilage called the septum. The nasal passages are lined with a membrane that produces a clear liquid called mucus. Mucus is a one of the body's defense systems:

  • The mucus traps small particles and bacteria, which may enter the nose as a person breathes.
  • The trapped bacteria usually do not cause harm in healthy individuals.
  • However, the bacteria can lead to a daily cycle of congestion and decongestion.
  • When one side of the nose is con...
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Health Guide

Sinusitis: Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
...people have a history of an allergic reaction to penicillin, but some evidence is suggesting that the allergy may not recur in a significant number of adults. Skin tests are available that could... Read more »
Ear Infections: Medications
...AOM:Amoxicillin 80-90 mg/kg per day orally. Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic.If the patient has an allergy or a history of non-response to penicillin drugs, one of the following antibiotics... Read more »
Insomnia: Medications
...people drink chamomile tea for its sedative properties. Although it is generally safe, it may cause allergic reactions in people who have plant or pollen allergies.Valerian root. Valerian is an... Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions About Vioxx (rofecoxib)
...Celebrex (celecoxib), marketed by Pfizer. It is only available by prescription. Patients who have had allergic reactions to either aspirin or sulfa should not take Celebrex.Bextra (valdecoxib) was... Read more »
Vasectomy and Vasovasostomy: Complications
...as post-vasectomy pain syndrome. The cause of this is unclear.Itching and HivesA few men may have an allergic reaction to the local anesthesia and develop itching and hives.BleedingFrequently,... Read more »

Medications

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...ability to father a child A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely,... Read more »

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...ability to father a child A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely,... Read more »

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