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Agranulocytosis due to dapsone

F C Firkin, A F Mariani

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |August 20, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Dapsone, used for acne vulgaris, can cause agranulocytosis, a serious blood disorder. Due to this risk, especially after its withdrawal for malaria prophylaxis, caution is advised when prescribing dapsone.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Hematology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Dapsone is a medication used for various dermatological conditions, including acne vulgaris.
    • Agranulocytosis, a severe drop in white blood cells, is a known potential side effect of dapsone.
    • Previous reports link dapsone use to agranulocytosis in conditions like leprosy and malaria prophylaxis.