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Reviewer: Scott B, 45-54 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I heard this drug was OK for most people, and I did not know I was allergic to anything. 15 seconds after administering intravenous, I felt itchy, five seconds later, burning, five seconds later like my blood as on fire, 2 seconds later I sat up saying I can't breathe, one second later passed out as I heard the Doctor yelling for benydril and I went into ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK. 2 hours later I wo
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Reviewer: TC, 65-74 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I HAD SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION AND NEED TO KNOW WHAT IS IN IT IN ORDER TO AVOID IT IN THE FUTURE STAFF COULD NOT TELL ME
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Reviewer: DFP, 65-74 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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Had a reaction to this imaging drug. Caused severe pain in my back and my legs.
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Reviewer: havie555, 45-54 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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Experienced side effects-fatigue, nausea, vomiting. flushed skin and a rise in vitals
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Reviewer: 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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