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Paracetamol anaphylaxis.

Abstract

We describe four cases of anaphylaxis to paracetamol without co-existing aspirin intolerance and review the Australian experience in paracetamol anaphylaxis. Paracetamol sensitivity may differ in the mechanism from sensitivity to aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs as previously believed.

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R Leung, R Plomley, D Czarny. 1992. Paracetamol anaphylaxis.. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2222.1992.tb02827.x

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