✗ The myth everyone repeats
Penicillin is a miracle cure with no negative side effects whatsoever.
✓ What is actually true
Penicillin revolutionized medicine but does cause allergic reactions (1-3% of population). Some patients develop severe anaphylaxis. Overuse creates antibiotic resistance. It's effective but not without risks.
Reception
The receipts 2 sources
- Penicillin Allergy PrevalencePRIMARY
- Beta-Lactam HypersensitivityREFERENCE