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What Causes Itching Sensation After Having Amoxicillin For Sinus?
Question: I have been taking Amoxicillin for the past 2 days for a sinus infection--500 mg 3 times a day. I am a little itchy-do not see any rash. Do you think I'm allergic or would I alreay know at this point? Will this get worse as I take more doses? I need to take it for 10 days. I'm also taking Nasonex nasal spray-once daily. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
at this stage consider monitoring
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Allergic reactions to medication can present different in individuals but normally there would be a rash associated with the itching.
It would be either in the form of red small papules (small 'bumps) or weals.
It is rare that there would be itching with no rash present if related to allergic reaction.
It is possible , since everyone is different, that it is an allergy but in the early stages.
You can consider continuing the medication and monitoring for any changes, if there is no progression (worsening of itching or occurrence of rash), then you can continue. Monitor for another 24 to 36 hours unless symptoms worsen prior to this.
If worsening occurs then the medication can be discontinued.
You should keep your doctor up to date with any changes.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
at this stage consider monitoring
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Allergic reactions to medication can present different in individuals but normally there would be a rash associated with the itching.
It would be either in the form of red small papules (small 'bumps) or weals.
It is rare that there would be itching with no rash present if related to allergic reaction.
It is possible , since everyone is different, that it is an allergy but in the early stages.
You can consider continuing the medication and monitoring for any changes, if there is no progression (worsening of itching or occurrence of rash), then you can continue. Monitor for another 24 to 36 hours unless symptoms worsen prior to this.
If worsening occurs then the medication can be discontinued.
You should keep your doctor up to date with any changes.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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