Precontrast exposure medication regimen and resultant reactions
| Pre-Exposure Regimen | No. (%) |
|---|---|
| Diphenhydramine and corticosteroid | 56 (93%) |
| Corticosteroid only | 4 (7%) |
| Medication specifics | n (%) |
| Diphenhydramine (median dose) | 56 (93%), 50 mg |
| Corticosteroids (median dose) | |
| Hydrocortisone | 48 (80%), 200 mg |
| Methylprednisolone | 11 (18%), 100 mg |
| Dexamethasone | 1 (1.7%), 10 mg |
| Postexposure reaction | |
| Nausea, vomiting | 0 (0) |
| Rash | 0 (0) |
| SOB, wheezing | 0 (0) |
| Anaphylaxis | 0 (0) |
| Other | 0 (0) |
Note:—SOB indicates shortness of breath.