Dapsone induced hypersensitivity syndrome: a case report

Sarika Kolli; Priyanka Suhagiya

doi:10.18203/2319-2003.ijbcp20204106

Authors

Sarika Kolli Department of Pharm. D, CMR College of Pharmacy, Medchal, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Priyanka Suhagiya Department of Pharm. D, CMR College of Pharmacy, Medchal, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2319-2003.ijbcp20204106

Keywords:

Dapsone, Hypersensitivity syndrome, Hepatitis

Abstract

Dapsone is an anti-leprotic drug. It may cause a severe adverse effect known as dapsone hypersensitivity syndrome which involves fever, chills, rash, and internal organ involvement. We report a case of a patient who is 30 years old male presented with fever, skin desquamation, and hepatitis. The case is being reported to emphasize the need to diagnose and manage dapsone hypersensitivity syndrome.

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