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Hepatitis associated with propylthiouracil treatment.

B Z Garty, R Kauli, J Ben-Ari

    Drug Intelligence & Clinical Pharmacy
    |October 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Propylthiouracil (PTU) can cause drug-induced hepatitis in children with hyperthyroidism. Promptly stopping PTU leads to recovery, but severe cases can be fatal.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Pediatric Endocrinology
    • Clinical Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Hyperthyroidism is a common endocrine disorder in children.
    • Propylthiouracil (PTU) is a frequently prescribed antithyroid medication.
    • Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is a significant concern in pediatric pharmacotherapy.

    Observation:

    • A 12-year-old girl developed hepatitis after initiating propylthiouracil (PTU) treatment for hyperthyroidism.
    • Hepatitis symptoms and laboratory abnormalities resolved within one week of discontinuing PTU.
    • Other potential causes of liver damage, including viral infections and concurrent medications, were ruled out.

    Findings:

    • This case represents the ninth documented instance of propylthiouracil-induced hepatitis.
    • The clinical presentation of PTU-induced hepatitis closely mimics viral hepatitis.
    • While recovery is typical upon drug withdrawal, fatal outcomes have been reported in rare instances.

    Implications:

    • Hepatotoxicity is a critical adverse effect of propylthiouracil that requires vigilant monitoring in pediatric patients.
    • Early recognition and cessation of PTU are crucial for managing drug-induced liver injury.
    • This case underscores the importance of considering iatrogenic causes in pediatric hepatitis, even in the presence of typical viral hepatitis presentations.

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