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Sent to Health Experts October 22, 2006 12:55 p.m.

I think that i am having an allergic reaction to Tetracycline. I am having blurred vision, a low fever, nausae, and vomitting. I stopped taking hte pills last night. Is it safe to take tylenol to reduce my fever? Do I need to visit a doctor or can I just ride out the symptoms until Monday morning?

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October 22, 2006 12:58 p.m. (3 minutes and 37 seconds later)

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Hello,

Why were you prescribed Tetracycline?

When did the symptoms arise after you taking Tetracycline?

Any previous history of similar drug Reaction?

What other medicines are you taking ?

What is your age and sex?

What about your Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate?

Dr Amit Munjal -- Physician -- 99% Positive Feedback on 4228 Health Accepts
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Sent October 22, 2006 1:05 p.m. (6 minutes and 12 seconds later)

I was prescribed Tetracycline for a rash on my face.

I started taking the pills on Monday. I had a loss of appetie and nausea immediately, but the symptoms went in waves. I have also been extremely tired since taking the medicine. I have also had vommiting on Wednesday night and Thursday. Yesterday I got an extreme headache and blurred vision. I also had a fever yesterday of about 100. Now my fever is reduced to about 99. I have never had a history of a similar drug reaction. The only other medicine that I am taking is birth control pills (orthotrycycline). I am a 30 year old female. I don't know my pulse or blood pressure, but they feel normal.

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October 22, 2006 1:21 p.m. (16 minutes and 48 seconds later)

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Hello,

Yes it is safe to take a Tylenol to reduce fever.Head ache and Blurred vision are the listed side effects of this drug.Also Tetracycline can also interact with oralcontraceptives.So most likely these symptoms are due to Tetracycline side effect.These symptoms should subside soon after stopping this drug.

As far as Physician visit is concerned I would recommend this for a blood work to rule out other causes of fever

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