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Lichenoid eruption produced by captopril.

L A Reinhardt, J K Wilkin, W M Kirkendall

    Cutis
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Captopril can cause skin issues, including a rare case where a pityriasis rosea-like rash became a lichenoid drug eruption. This highlights potential similarities in side effects with other medications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Captopril is an oral antihypertensive medication.
    • It is a dipeptidylcarboxypeptidase inhibitor.
    • Known cutaneous side effects include eruptions, urticaria, angioedema, and ulcers.

    Observation:

    • This report details the first known case of a pityriasis rosea-like eruption progressing to a lichenoid drug eruption.
    • The patient experienced this reaction after taking captopril.

    Findings:

    • The pityriasis rosea-like eruption evolved into a lichenoid drug eruption, a previously undocumented progression.
    • Captopril's side effect profile shares similarities with gold compounds, d-penicillamine, and organic mercurials.

    Implications:

    • This case expands the understanding of captopril's potential dermatological adverse effects.

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  • Clinicians should be aware of this rare but significant evolution of drug-induced rashes.
  • Further research may clarify the mechanisms behind these shared side effects.