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medicines that may cause a rash

overview

many prescription and non-prescription medicines can cause a rash. a few common examples are:

  • antibiotics.
  • aspirin, ibuprofen (advil, motrin), and naproxen (aleve).
  • pain medicines, such as codeine.
  • seizure medicines.

if a rash occurs after you have begun a new medicine:

  • call the doctor who prescribed the medicine to determine whether you should stop taking the medicine or take a different one. an appointment may not be necessary. do not take another dose of the medicine until you have spoken to your doctor.
  • if you are taking a non-prescription medicine, stop taking it. call your doctor if you feel you need to continue taking the medicine.

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current as of: november 16, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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