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Lamivudine (3TC)-induced contact dermatitis.
K J Smith1, R Buckley, H Skelton
1Department of Dermatology, National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland 20889-5600, USA.
Cutis
|May 5, 2000
Summary
Lamivudine (3TC), a common HIV drug, can cause contact dermatitis. This case report highlights a patient experiencing this rare side effect after extended use.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Dermatology
- Virology
Background:
- Lamivudine (3TC) is a nucleoside analogue frequently used in combination therapy for Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1).
- It is valued for enhancing antiviral efficacy and its favorable toxicity profile.
- Adverse dermatological reactions to antiretroviral drugs can impact patient adherence and treatment outcomes.