What conditions contraindicate the use of penicillin, including severe allergies, kidney dysfunction, or concurrent medication interactions and why is it critical to assess patient history before prescribing this antibiotic?
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What conditions contraindicate the use of penicillin, including severe allergies, kidney dysfunction, or concurrent medication interactions and why is it critical to assess patient history before prescribing this antibiotic?
Penicillin should be avoided in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to beta-lactams. Assessing history prevents potential anaphylaxis.