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Metronidazole causing fixed drug eruption.

S K Arora1

  • 1Department of Skin VD and Leprosy, G.S.V.M Medical College, Kanpur, India.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|July 28, 2007
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A rare case of fixed drug eruption caused by metronidazole is described. This report highlights a specific instance of this uncommon adverse drug reaction, emphasizing the importance of recognizing metronidazole as a potential trigger.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pharmacology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Fixed drug eruption (FDE) is a distinctive cutaneous adverse drug reaction.
  • Metronidazole is a commonly prescribed antibiotic and antiprotozoal agent.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of fixed drug eruption.
  • To identify metronidazole as the causative agent in this specific instance.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical observation and patient history.
  • Diagnostic criteria for fixed drug eruption.

Main Results:

  • A patient developed a characteristic fixed drug eruption.
  • The eruption was confirmed to be a reaction to metronidazole.

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Conclusions:

  • Metronidazole can be a rare cause of fixed drug eruption.
  • Awareness of this potential adverse reaction is crucial for clinicians.