What happens if I had an allergic reaction at home?
If any signs of an allergic reaction happen during the next three days at home, such as itching, redness, swelling or a rash you must contact us on the details below. In case of severe symptoms (difficulty
breathing, chest tightness, swelling of face, tongue or throat) that could be life threatening please treat with an antihistamine such as Chlorphenamine or Cetirizine and seek emergency medical help by calling 999 or attending local accident and emergency department or Walk - In Centre.
If you are able, please take some photos of the rash that appear.
Do not take any more doses of the medication.
Once you are settled, please contact the allergy service to report the reaction.
If you develop redness and peeling of the skin, particularly the mouth, around the eyes then you must stop the medication and seek medical help from your local Accident and Emergency (A&E) or Walk- In Centre.
What happens if I had a more severe allergic reaction?
If you experience any signs or symptoms of a more severe allergic reaction such as coughing, wheezing, breathlessness, throat tightening or collapse (known as anaphylaxis) dial 999 for an ambulance immediately.
If you had ever been issued an adrenaline autoinjector (Epipen, Jext or Emerade) for this type of allergic reaction, follow your emergency plan.
Do not take any more of the medication that caused possible allergy.
What happens when I complete the course of medication?
We will contact you following the course of medication at home to check that you have been well whilst taking the medicine. If this is the case, we will then write to your GP and yourself to say that you are not allergic to the antibiotic, and this can be prescribed if needed in the future.
How can I contact the service?
In case of any queries, please email huh-tr.allergyservice@nhs.net or contact 020 8510 7729 or 07827 979 395 to leave a message and one of the team will be in touch with you at the earliest opportunity.