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AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN)

Hiren Jitendra Udhnawala, Hitesh Baldevbhai Chaudhari, Alpa Gor.


Abstract
Amoxicillin, an antibiotic with broad-spectrum bactericidal properties and beta-lactam structure, demonstrates efficacy in treating various infections. Commonly reported adverse reactions include skin rashes and urticaria (3%), vomiting (1%), nausea (3%), diarrhea/loose stools (9%), and vaginitis (1%). According to statistics from the FDA, less than 3% of patients ceased therapy as a result of adverse reactions to their prescribed medications. "The predominant adverse effects linked to penicillin use predominantly involve hypersensitivity responses. Post-marketing surveys have revealed instances of exfoliative dermatitis, including erythema multiforme, pruritus, toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), serum sickness-like reactions (urticaria or skin rash accompanied by myalgia, arthritis, fever, and arthralgia), and angioedema." In order to reduce the risks associated with drug use and improve patient safety and welfare, the Pharmacovigilance Program of India (PvPI) was established. The Department of Pharmacology at Pramukh Swami Medical College in Karamsad is one of the ADR Monitoring Centers (AMCs), gathering ADRs as well as case studies and series to inform the public about rare adverse reactions of certain drugs. This case report gives details of a 72 year old Male who developed TEN following the use of the Fixed Dose Combination of Amoxicillin (500mg) + Clavulanic acid (125mg) to treat infection for the epididymo-orchitis. This case report adds and increases need for awareness of rare but serious side effects of Amoxicillin+ Clavulanic acid The report emphasizes on the active ADR monitoring of drugs which may cause serious side effects like TEN

Key words: Amoxicillin ,Clavulanic acid, Toxic epidermal necrolysis


 
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Udhnawala HJ, Chaudhari HB, Gor A, . AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). JHSPE. 2024; 4(1): 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939


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Udhnawala HJ, Chaudhari HB, Gor A, . AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). https://www.jhspe.in/?mno=207999 [Access: October 30, 2024]. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939


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Udhnawala HJ, Chaudhari HB, Gor A, . AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). JHSPE. 2024; 4(1): 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939



Vancouver/ICMJE Style

Udhnawala HJ, Chaudhari HB, Gor A, . AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). JHSPE. (2024), [cited October 30, 2024]; 4(1): 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939



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Udhnawala, H. J., Chaudhari, H. B., Gor, A. & (2024) AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). JHSPE, 4 (1), 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939



Turabian Style

Udhnawala, Hiren Jitendra, Hitesh Baldevbhai Chaudhari, Alpa Gor, and . 2024. AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). Journal of Health Sciences and Professions Education, 4 (1), 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939



Chicago Style

Udhnawala, Hiren Jitendra, Hitesh Baldevbhai Chaudhari, Alpa Gor, and . "AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN)." Journal of Health Sciences and Professions Education 4 (2024), 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939



MLA (The Modern Language Association) Style

Udhnawala, Hiren Jitendra, Hitesh Baldevbhai Chaudhari, Alpa Gor, and . "AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN)." Journal of Health Sciences and Professions Education 4.1 (2024), 59-61. Print. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939



APA (American Psychological Association) Style

Udhnawala, H. J., Chaudhari, H. B., Gor, A. & (2024) AMOXICILLIN+ CLAVULANIC ACID INDUCED TOXIC EPIDERMAL NECROLYSIS (TEN). Journal of Health Sciences and Professions Education, 4 (1), 59-61. doi:10.5455/jhspe.20240703060939