Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis
Definition
An acute hypersensitivity reaction that occurs from exposure to an allergen. It results from the release of histamine and histamine-like substances from mast cells, and can present with breathing difficulty due to narrowed airways, dizziness and hypotension, skin rash, weak pulse, nausea and vomiting.
Also known as anaphylactic shock, systemic anaphylaxis — per MONDO
Also identified as
Drugs indicated
| Drug | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Glucagon | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Promethazine | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |