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Thiabendazole-induced toxic epidermal necrolysis
Archives of Dermatology
|December 1, 1976
Summary
Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is a severe skin reaction. This case report details a patient who developed TEN after taking thiabendazole, highlighting a rare but serious adverse drug reaction.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pharmacology
- Toxicology
Background:
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is a rare, life-threatening mucocutaneous reaction.
- TEN can be triggered by various factors, including medications, infections, and vaccinations.
- Thiabendazole is an antiparasitic drug with known cutaneous side effects.