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Idiosyncratic drug reaction - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Idiosyncratic drug reactions , also known as type B reactions, are drug reactions which occur rarely and unpredictably amongst the population. This is not to be mistaken with idiopathic which implies...
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For example, many drugs that form reactive metabolites, such as paracetamol, are not associated with a high incidence of idiosyncratic reactions. ...
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Idiosyncratic reactions are unpredictable and not explained by the pharmacologic properties of the drug. An example is the individual with infectious mononucleosis who develops a rash when given ampicillin. ... Document any history of previous adverse reactions to drugs or foods. Consider alternative etiologies,
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Idiosyncratic reactions are a major source of concern because they encompass most life-threatening effects of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), as well as many other reactions requiring discontinuation of treatment.
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Type A reactions can usually be recognized as common adverse effects reported on drug labeling (Table 2). Conversely, type B reactions are not related to the known pharmacologic effects of a drug and are dose independent (even occurring at miniscule doses), unpredictable, idiosyncratic, often serious, and account for...
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