Diphtheria antitoxin Disease Interactions
There is 1 disease interaction with diphtheria antitoxin.
Moderate
Diphtheria antitoxin (applies to diphtheria antitoxin) asthma
Moderate Potential Hazard, High plausibility.
The use of diphtheria antitoxin should be administered cautiously in patients with a sensitivity to equine serum, asthma, or other allergies. Epinephrine and other supportive measures should be available for immediate management of an anaphylactic reaction. Sensitivity testing should be performed in all individuals prior to use of diphtheria antitoxin.
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Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
| No interaction information available. |
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