Oscillococcinum leading to angioedema, a rare adverse event. (2nd June 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Azmi, Yusra; Rao, Mana; Verma, Isha; Agrawal, Abhinav
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2015
• Publication Date: 2015-06-02
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2015-210410
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Oscillococcinum is an alternative medicine prepared by serial dilution of wild duck heart and liver extracts. This preparation has been labelled as a 'non drowsy, homoeopathic medicine' that 'reduces the duration and severity of flu and flu-like symptoms'. Clinical evidence exists to support this claim and the product has not previously been reported to cause any serious adverse drug reactions. We bring to light, however, a case of angioedema in our patient who was using oscillococcinum for flu-like symptoms. Consumers must therefore exercise caution at the outset of allergy symptoms.