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Associated with the  Type A Type B
pharmacology of the
product                  ar
Predictable
                         ar
Dose related             ar
                         ar
Common                   ra

Serious

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          Type B : Allergic reactions

    ¨ Some allergic reactions occur within minutes (even seconds)
       after the drug is given; most serious

    ¨ others may be delayed for hours or days.
    ¨ Allergic reactions are manifested by a variety of signs and

       symptoms observed by the nurse or reported by the patient.
    ¨ Examples of some allergic symptoms include itching, various

       types of skin rashes, and hives (urticaria).Other symptoms
       include difficulty breathing, wheezing, cyanosis, a sudden loss of
       consciousness, and swelling of the eyes, lips, or tongue.

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