Prasugrel-Induced Hypersensitivity Skin Reaction
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چکیده
We report a case of hypersensitivity skin reaction to prasugrel. The patient exhibited a generalized skin rash after treatment with prasugrel, which was resolved after discontinuation of prasugrel and substitution to clopidogrel. Clopidogrel was successfully administered as an alternative to prasugrel without any signs of further hypersensitivity.
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دوره 44 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2014