Rash with Amoxicillin or Dyclonine?

I had a similar reaction to an antibiotic in the sulfa family. I knew a Doctor of anesthesiology at the time and she told me to help with a severe reaction to antibiotics take benedryl, advil and tagmet. Each drug attacks or blocks the attack of your body against the invaider. My skin dried up like a prickly pear, and it felt like it was wind burned and I can't remember what I put on it but the advil helped with the discomfort. Just don't take this to much, try it for one day to shut down your body from reacting to the amox or whatever it reacted to. Then you will probably have to wait for the rash to heal. Drink lots of water to flush your system and renew your skin cells that should help.

Allergies can develop at any time or any age. Typically a person does not have an allergic reaction the first time they are exposed to the allergen, in your case the antibiotic. So, it is not at all unusual to develop an allergy to something that you have been in contact with in the past. I am allergic to NSAIDS, which are medications like Advil or Aleve. I took them regularly for years and then, out of the blue, I began to develop a rash on my legs, torso and in my mouth when I took them. These seemingly minor reactions can quickly escalate into something much more serious, so you should never take a medication after you've had a reaction to it.

If your face is still swollen and OTC benadryl is not helping I would recommend going back to the ER. The swelling could spread to your throat and cut off your airway. In the ER you will be closely monitored to be certain that your reaction does not get worse and lead to a potentially fatal situation. ER treatment for a severe allergic reaction can include IV medications, such as benadryl, zantac and solymedrol, which is a very safe steroid that will control the inflammation. Additonally, the dosage of benadryl and zantac are stronger than you would have in a single does of the OTC varieties. And, since they are administered directly into your blood stream they will work much faster! (I speak from experience on this...I was in the ER this weekend due to a severe reaction and can tell you that the relief you'll experience from the IV drugs will be much, much better than anything you'll have from OTC medications!)

Good luck!

I developed an allergic reaction to penicillin when I was in my 30's, after taking it my whole life. I developed a severe case of hives for 9 days. You can develop an allergy to anything at anytime. When I get hives I take benadryl. If that doesn't work I have to go to the doctor for a shot of adrenaline. You have to be very careful with an allergic reaction, especially hives, your throat can close up. I have to wear a medical alert bracelet stating that I am allergic to penicillin. Good Luck

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Rash with Amoxicillin or Dyclonine?

I went the ER yesterday with a severely sore and swollen throat and was diagnosed with Strep. I was prescribed Amoxicillin, 500mg, 3 times a day for 10 days. I took one dose at 4 pm, and another at midnight when I went to bed. I woke up this morning and my face was puffy, especially around my...

Drugs.com describes swelling of the face, throat and tongue as an allergy side effect. allergies.about.com also states you can develop the allergy at any age. medicinenet.com also states the rash can be localized to one area. So, it sounds normal. Be sure to take the Benadryl every four hours, reliably, even if it makes you tired. It will die down... Good luck.

I used Sarna lotion on my allergic reaction, but I don't know if you can use that on your face. Maybe one of the oatmeal lotions... or try making soda paste. That stuff is the money.