Acetaminophen (paracetamol)-induced Anaphylactic Shock

Overview

Journal South Med J

Specialties General Medicine
General Surgery

Date 2002 Jul 30

PMID 12144085

Citations 5

Authors

Claude Bachmeyer

Christophe Vermeulen

Redouane Habki

Frederic Blay

Francisque Leynadier

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Abstract

Acetaminophen (paracetamol) is a widely prescribed analgesic-antipyretic drug. Adverse allergic reactions to this drug are rare. We report a case of anaphylactic shock due to acetaminophen. Results of skin prick tests and intradermal tests were negative. Oral rechallenge resulted in generalized urticaria associated with an increased plasma level of histamine. Acetaminophen should be added to the list of causes of anaphylaxis.

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