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[Enteropathy caused by clofazimine].

J L Jost, P Y Venencie, A Cortez

    Journal De Chirurgie
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Clofazimine enteropathy, characterized by unique crystals in the gut, can occur. Symptoms improved with gluten-free diet after drug withdrawal, suggesting limited use of clofazimine.

    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Pharmacology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Clofazimine is an antibiotic used primarily for leprosy treatment.
    • Drug-induced enteropathies can present with varied gastrointestinal symptoms.
    • Diagnostic challenges arise when clinical signs are non-specific.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with symptoms suggestive of enteropathy.
    • Red-brown, birefringent crystals were identified in small bowel mucosa, submucosa, and mesenteric lymph nodes.
    • Clinical and radiological findings were non-specific.

    Findings:

    • The observed crystals were consistent with clofazimine deposition.
    • Discontinuation of clofazimine led to symptom improvement.
    • A gluten-free diet was crucial for complete symptom resolution.

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    Implications:

    • This case highlights a rare but potentially lethal adverse effect of clofazimine.
    • The findings suggest a possible link between clofazimine enteropathy and gluten sensitivity.
    • Restricting clofazimine use to leprosy treatment may be warranted to minimize such complications.