Bupropion hydrochloride induced serum sickness-like reaction.
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BACKGROUND Bupropion hydrochloride is used frequently in the treatment of depression and in smoking cessation therapy. METHODS We report a case of bupropion hydrochloride induced serum sickness-like reaction. RESULTS There was complete resolution of symptoms on discontinuing bupropion and instituting therapy with prednisone and antihistamines. CONCLUSION This case is seemingly the first report of a serum sickness-like reaction to bupropion hydrochloride.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Annals of allergy, asthma & immunology : official publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology
دوره 83 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1999