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Adverse drug reactions - Management
How should I assess someone with a suspected adverse drug reaction?
- When a person presents with a suspected adverse drug reaction:
- Assess the nature and severity of the reaction.
- Review the history of the presenting symptoms, the drug history, any history of allergy or previous adverse drug reactions and the known adverse effect profile of the suspected drug.
- Consider further examination and investigations if required.
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