This image displays widespread raised and flat lesions coming together into larger lesions typical of drug rashes (eruptions). This image displays a typical drug eruption in an infant. Widespread pink lesions are typical of urticarial drug eruptions.
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Drug Eruption, Unclassified (Pediatric):
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Picture of Drug Eruption, Unclassified (Pediatric): This image displays widespread raised and flat lesions coming together into larger lesions typical of drug rashes (eruptions). Divider line
This image displays widespread raised and flat lesions coming together into larger lesions typical of drug rashes (eruptions).
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Who's At Risk
Drug eruptions can appear on people of all ages, all races, and of both sexes. Among adults, women are more likely than men to develop drug eruptions, and they tend to occur more frequently in elderly people.

People may be more likely to have a drug eruption if they:
  • Have a weakened immune system due to illness or medication
  • Have an infection
  • Are taking more than 3 medicines daily
Although any medication can cause a rash, the most common types of medications that cause a drug eruption include:
  • Antibiotics such as penicillin or sulfa drugs
  • Anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or indomethacin
  • Painkillers such as codeine or morphine
  • Seizure medications (anti-convulsants) such as phenytoin or carbamazepine
  • Chemotherapy drugs
  • Medicines for psychiatric illnesses (psychotropic medications)
  • Diuretics
  • Iodine, especially that found in X-ray contrast dye
Last Modified: 25 Jan 2008

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