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Treating a Severe Allergic Reaction - Topic Overview

If you have symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, call911or other emergency services immediately.

If your doctor has prescribed an allergy kit, use the kit if:
- Your symptoms are severe.
- You have a kit immediately available.
- You have been taught how and when to use the kit.
- You have had a severe reaction in the past from the same type of sting, bite, food, or medicine (allergens), and similar symptoms are developing.
Take an antihistamine, such as Benadryl or Chlor-Trimeton, to help reduce your symptoms. Read and follow any warnings on the label.

WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: April 29, 2011

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