Amoxicillin, a commonly prescribed antibiotic, can cause skin rashes in 5–10 per cent of children. These range from mild non allergic rashes to serious allergic reactions like hives or anaphylaxis.

The first time two of Taylor Lucero’s children were prescribed amoxicillin, they developed bad rashes. “It was horrible,” she said. Luciano Lucero, 8, and his older brother Gabriel, 11, are two of an ...

Patients who are prescribed antibiotics during immune checkpoint blockade therapy for solid tumors face a heightened risk for ...

Imagine this: You're at your doctor's office with a sore throat. The nurse asks, "Any allergies?" And without hesitation you reply, "Penicillin." It's something you've said for years – maybe since ...

Dear Dr. Roach: About 45 years ago, I came down with a rash on my chest and stomach from taking ampicillin. I was told never to take penicillin again. I’m allergic to many antibiotics, which makes ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As a kid, I remember having a rash after taking penicillin. To this day, my doctor prescribes something other than penicillin if needed when I am ill. I have heard that people who ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dr. Roach: About 45 years ago, I came down with a rash on my chest and stomach from taking ampicillin. I was told never to take ...