Which side effect should you monitor for when a child is prescribed penicillin V potassium 250 mg twice daily?

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Most cell wall synthesis inhibitors have fewer side effects than other types of antibacterial drugs.However,the cell wall synthesis inhibitors,especially penicillin,are more likely to cause allergic reactions.If a rash or hives develop while taking an antibacterial drug,remind the parents to stop giving the drug and call the prescriber immediately.Explain that this is a sign of drug allergy.Tell the parents to call 911 immediately if the child has trouble breathing or has the feeling of a "lump in the throat" because these are signs of a more serious allergic reaction.

Which Side Effect Should You Monitor for When a Child