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1Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Introduction:
Clozapine is a second-generation antipsychotic used for treatment-refractory schizophrenia. Photosensitivity is a major concern when prescribing typical antipsychotics, while atypical antipsychotics are thought to be less photosensitive.
Case Report:
We report a 27-year-old military personnel who developed a phototoxic drug reaction after using clozapine for schizophrenia.
Conclusion:
Recognition of rare but possible ability of atypical antipsychotics to cause photosensitivity is pertinent to patients care and proper counseling.
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