Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in patients with acute anaphylaxis taking beta-blockers

Beta-blockers are currently discontinued in patients considered for allergen immunotherapy given the risk of anaphylaxis, based in part on case reports suggesting that anaphylaxis may be more severe and prolonged in patients on beta-blockers.

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Published in:Journal of allergy and clinical immunology 2005-02, Vol.115 (2), p.S40-S40
Main Authors: Alam, M.M., Alvarez del Real, G., Hsieh, F.H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cardiovascular disease
Drug therapy
Mortality
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Summary:Beta-blockers are currently discontinued in patients considered for allergen immunotherapy given the risk of anaphylaxis, based in part on case reports suggesting that anaphylaxis may be more severe and prolonged in patients on beta-blockers.
ISSN:0091-6749
1097-6825
DOI:10.1016/j.jaci.2004.12.176