Premedication strategies involving corticosteroids and antihistamines can further reduce the recurrence of contrast reactions. The premedication regimen commonly includes oral prednisone at 13, 7, and 1 hour before PCI. For some patients, waiting 13 hours is not an option if they need immediate PCI. ...
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A standard oral premedication with prednisone and diphenhydramine should be administrated in patients with a high risk of allergic reactions [18]. Anaphylaxis during pregnancy is a relatively rare but potentially life-threatening event, which requires a prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent both ...
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