Sulphasalazine Induced Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis A Case Report

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Pharmacy (IOSRPHR) - Year 2015, Vol 5, Issue 11

Abstract

Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) is a rare and life threatening mucocutaneous reaction characterized by extensive necrosis and detachment of epidermis. The Worldwide incidence of TEN is 0.9 to 1.4 per million populations per year [1]. Here we have discussed a case of Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis secondary to Sulfasalazine managed with fluid replacement, analgesics, anti-infective therapy  nutritional support and intravenous high dose steroid therapy

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Dr. N. Asvini, Dr. K. Vasanthira

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Dr. N. Asvini, Dr. K. Vasanthira (2015).  Sulphasalazine Induced Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis A Case Report. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy (IOSRPHR), 5(11), 9-11. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-159085