Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 1998; 2 (5): 203-206

Anaphylaxis from peanut oil in infant feedings and medications

A. Cantani

Department of Pediatrics, Allergy and Clinical Immunology Division, “La Sapienza” University – Rome (Italy)


Abstract. – Peanut is a very dangerous allergen. Too often one is unaware that peanut allergens can be found everywhere, hidden in a myriad of foods, and without any indication of their presence. It is stressed that not even infant feedings and medications can be exempt, thus leading to anaphylaxis.

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A. Cantani
Anaphylaxis from peanut oil in infant feedings and medications

Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci
Year: 1998
Vol. 2 - N. 5
Pages: 203-206