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Fixed drug eruption from pamabrom.

S Nedorost1, J S Taylor, C Camisa

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio 44195.

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
|January 1, 1991
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A young woman developed recurrent skin reactions from Pamprin, a common menstrual pain reliever. This first-ever case links fixed drug reactions to pamabrom, a diuretic ingredient.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Fixed drug reaction (FDR) is an adverse cutaneous drug reaction characterized by recurrent lesions at the same site(s) upon re-exposure to the causative agent.
  • Menstrual symptom relievers are widely used, and understanding their potential adverse effects is crucial for patient safety.

Observation:

  • A young woman presented with recurrent, localized skin lesions, primarily around the mouth.
  • The lesions were described as erythematous, pigmented, and edematous patches, consistent with a fixed drug reaction.

Findings:

  • The patient's history revealed intermittent use of Pamprin, a common over-the-counter medication for menstrual symptoms.
  • Diagnostic oral challenge with two Pamprin ingredients confirmed pamabrom as the causative agent.
  • This case represents the first documented instance of a fixed drug reaction specifically attributed to pamabrom, a mild diuretic found in various menstrual symptom relief products.

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Implications:

  • Highlights the potential for pamabrom, a common ingredient in widely available medications, to cause fixed drug reactions.
  • Emphasizes the importance of thorough medication history in diagnosing recurrent dermatological conditions.
  • Suggests clinicians should consider pamabrom when evaluating patients with unexplained, recurrent perioral skin lesions.