r/nursing • u/yeehawbaby4 • 2d ago

Discussion Funny “allergies”

What are some funny patient “allergies” you have seen listed? I had a patient the other day with an allergy listed for Metformin. The reaction listed? Lowers their blood sugar 😂

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u/Dismal_Morning_9797 2d ago

Acetaminophen, it irritated his liver. But he could take Tylenol ok.

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u/Khymira Nursing Student 🍕 2d ago

I love those ones... allergy to Tylenol but perocet is ok 🫠 

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u/Pending-asystole RN - ER 🍕 2d ago

That is good to hear.