Urticaria Flashcards
1
Q
sxs of anaphylaxis (always evaluate when dealing w/ urticaria)
A
chest tightness, dyspnea, hoarse voice, throat tightness, N/V, abdominal pain, lightneadedness, hypotension, wheezing, bronhcospasm, stridor
2
Q
does detergent cause urticaria
A
no, it causes irritant/ allergic contact dermatitis
3
Q
common meds involved in urticaria
A
PCN, NSAIDs
4
Q
1st line drugs for acute and chronic urticaria tx
A
oral H1 anthistamines