Table 1.

Local reactions following product switch

Description of the local reactionWas the patient hospitalised for treatment?Was treatment given as an outpatient?Outcome
Redness and mild itch (resolved in hours)NoChlorpheniramineContinued product, mild symptoms ongoing
Redness and mild itch (resolved in hours)NoChlorpheniramineContinued product, mild symptoms ongoing
Redness and mild itch (resolved in hours)NoChlorpheniramineContinued product, mild symptoms ongoing
Red rash on legsNoAntihistaminesContinued product, no further symptoms
Local pruritusNoAntihistaminesContinued new product for 4 months before reverting back to original product