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Can you take ceftin when allergic to penicillin?

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This is a very difficult question to answer. Ceftin is a cephalosporin-type antibiotic which has a similar chemical structure to penicillin. Patients with severe reactions to penicillin (anaphylaxis, facial swelling, others) are usually not given Ceftin except under medical supervision such as in the hospital. Patients with more mild reactions (faint rash, others) may be given Ceftin. Patients should discuss their allergy history, diagnosis, and treatment options with their doctor or pharmacist.

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