#87 Penicillin Allergy: 5 Pearls Segment

Debunk common myths of penicillin allergies! What's the best way to ask about allergies? How can you challenge patients to determine if they have a true allergy? Organic chemistry buffs, what mediates cross-reactivity? What medications can you safely give your patients?

Show note, Transcript and References: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/06/02/5-pearls-on-penicillin-allergy/

Time Stamps:

• 02:49 Penicillin Myths
• 07:20 Penicillin Allergy
• 11:21 Allergic Reactions
• 19:01 Managing allergic reactions
• 26:53 Alternative medications
• 33:28 Recap

Tags: CORE IM, IM Core, history taking, rash, skin testing, hypersensitivity, medications, over labeling, antibiotics, management