Anaphylactogen

Anaphylactogens are substances that cause anaphylactic shock. Anaphylactic shock is an acute allergic condition that manifests itself in the form of a sharp decrease in blood pressure, shortness of breath, swelling of the larynx and other symptoms.

Anaphylactogens can be a variety of substances, such as medications, foods, pollen, insect bites, and others. The most common anaphylactogens are penicillins, aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and seafood.

Symptoms of anaphylactic shock may appear within minutes of exposure to an anaphylactogen. If left untreated, this could be fatal.

To prevent anaphylactic reactions, you need to know your medical history and avoid contact with substances that can cause allergies. It is also necessary to take antihistamines before taking medications and foods.

Antigenic shock!

Anaphylactic shock is an acute allergic reaction that occurs due to the use of medications, foods or contact allergens. In 90% of cases, it is associated with so-called “slow” allergens, when you are exposed to foreign substances after the body has already been sensitized. For the development of a reaction, one milligram of an exogenous substance is often enough; in some cases, this figure can be even higher. The rate at which shock occurs largely depends on the concentration of the administered drug, the duration of its effect, as well as the degree of sensitization and the individual characteristics of the human body. Rapidly developing allergies can have a variety of manifestations, starting with a simple rash, ending with angioedema with respiratory failure, anaphylactic shock, cardiovascular failure, and in rare situations, the development of coma. The greatest risks are associated with the use of injection solutions, the introduction of anesthetics, vaccines, serums, and allergenic hormones.