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Fluoxetine-induced psoriasis.

C Hemlock1, J S Rosenthal, A Winston

  • 1Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY.

The Annals of Pharmacotherapy
|February 1, 1992
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Fluoxetine may trigger psoriasis in some individuals, similar to lithium. Both antidepressants affect serotonin, potentially influencing psoriasis development. Consider fluoxetine as a cause if psoriasis appears during treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Psychiatry
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Psoriasis can be induced by various medications.
  • This study investigates fluoxetine as a potential trigger for psoriasis.
  • Similarities between lithium, trazodone hydrochloride, and fluoxetine-induced psoriasis are discussed.

Observation:

  • Two women developed psoriasis after 6 and 12 months of fluoxetine treatment for depression.
  • The onset timeframe for fluoxetine-induced psoriasis mirrors that of lithium-induced psoriasis.

Findings:

  • Fluoxetine-induced psoriasis, alongside lithium-induced psoriasis, suggests a non-random association.
  • Both fluoxetine and lithium modulate serotonergic pathways, potentially contributing to psoriasis pathophysiology.

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Implications:

  • Fluoxetine should be considered a potential cause of new-onset psoriasis in patients undergoing treatment.
  • Understanding the serotonergic link may offer insights into psoriasis pathogenesis.
  • Clinicians should monitor for dermatological side effects in patients taking serotonergic antidepressants.