#87 Penicillin Allergy: 5 Pearls Segment

<p>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?</p> <p>Show note, Transcript and References: <a href="https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/06/02/5-pearls-on-penicillin-allergy/">https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2021/06/02/5-pearls-on-penicillin-allergy/</a></p> <p>Time Stamps: </p> <ul> <li>02:49 Penicillin Myths </li> <li>07:20 Penicillin Allergy </li> <li>11:21 Allergic Reactions </li> <li>19:01 Managing allergic reactions</li> <li>26:53 Alternative medications </li> <li>33:28 Recap</li> </ul> <p>Tags: CORE IM, IM Core, history taking, rash, skin testing, hypersensitivity, medications, over labeling, antibiotics, management</p>