Severe allergic reaction
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I was prescribed omeprazole in March. After 2 weeks I developed what they thought was conjunctivitis, which did not respond to antibiotic eyedrops.
On the first sunny day in April I sat outside in the sunshine for a while. That night I started itching where my arms, legs, and neck had been exposed to the sunlight. In the morning I was a mess - huge blisters all over my arms, ankles and legs.
The doctor told me to stop taking omeprazole, and arranged a visit to a dermatologist. He said it was not omeprazole, but Polymorphic Light Eruption.
After a few days my indigestion symptoms came back and I asked the doctor if it was safe to take omeprazole. She said if the specialist said it was not the drug which caused the problems, then it should be OK. I took two doses and the whole thing started all over again, the rash spreading up my arms and legs and onto my back and chest.
I cannot describe the discomfort of the itching, the sleepless nights, and not being able to get my shoes on because of the blisters on my feet and the pain of walking. The scars are still there after all these weeks.
I am now awaiting the results of a second lot of blood tests because the white cell count has gone up excessively.
As you might expect, I am feeling very bitter about the medical preofession, drug companies and so-called experts. I would warn anyone about taking this drug. I might add that I am a very fit 72 year old lady who only happened to mention in passing to my doctor that I was suffering from indigestion!
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northeast96
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I had very little to do with the medical profession prior to this condition and I'm afraid will be very reluctant to return to them as they appear to be incapable of diagnosis but very capable of prescribing strong and dangerous drugs.
Jean
sally97829 northeast96
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Guest
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Just for information - result of blood tests today shows blood count now normal. Also result of biopsy done by consultant at hospital confirms that the rash with blisters was drug-related.
ammerson47690 Guest
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Am super happy to hear that am not alone. I had been prescribed a 60-day, 40mg omeprazole. After 60 days, I have blisters all over my arms, legs, and body. I don't know what to do. My doctor wants to give me more omeprazole because am still suffering from GERD but I don't wanna start it until my skin problem is solved.
After finding out that the rashes were indeed drug-related, what did you do? How are you now?
Would really appreciate your response. Thanks!