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Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a life-threatening skin disease
that can cause rash, skin peeling, and sores on the mucous membranes. With Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a person has blistering of mucous membranes,
typically in the mouth, eyes, and vagina, and patchy areas of rash.
Stevens-Johnson syndrome has been classified as a severe
expression of erythema multiforme (EM).
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome is an inflammatory disorder of the skin triggered
by an allergic reaction to certain drugs including antibiotics, such as some
sulfonamides, tetracycline, amoxicillin, and ampicillin. In some cases, nonsteroidal anti inflammatory medications and anticonvulsants, such as Tegretol and phenobarbital have also been implicated.
Over-the-counter
medications may act as triggers as well. In some cases, it is also possible
that the disorder may be traced to a reaction to an infection.
Adverse drug reactions (ADR’s) account for approximately 150,000 deaths per
year in the U.S. alone, making drug reactions the fourth leading cause of
death in the United States.
The following is a partial list of drugs that have been associated with rare
incidents of Stevens-Johnson
syndrome:
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Childrens Motrin
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Avalox
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Motrin |
Ibuprofen |
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Lamactil
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Omnicel
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Bactrim
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Tegretal
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Septra
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Avalox
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Coreg |
Voltaren
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Z-pack or Zithromax
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Dilantin
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Symptoms that may be associated with this syndrome:
• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of
the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• hallucinations;
• slurred speech or staggering walk;
• a rash;
• changes in vision;
• agitation;
• low blood pressure;
• slow or irregular heartbeats;
• abdominal pain, dark urine, light colored stools, or jaundice (yellow skin or
eyes);
• easy bruising or bleeding; or
• swollen or tender gums.
• nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea;
• mild dizziness or drowsiness;
• tender or swollen glands;
• swollen or painful gums;
• headache;
• muscle twitches;
• increased facial hair;
• swelling of breasts, or
• insomnia.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor
about any side effect that seems unusual or that is bothersome.
Contact your primary physician if you suspect any allergic reaction, or side
effect, associated with a prescription or over-the-counter medication. In addition, it may be important to contact an attorney who can
help you protect your legal rights. Please keep in mind that there may be time
limits within which you must commence suit. If you have suffered from
symptoms associated with Stevens-Johnson syndrome,
you may be entitled to compensation. For 30 years, the lawyers of Hardison &
Associates have defended those injured or killed because of harmful prescription
drugs. We know that the success of each case depends upon the network of experts
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