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DRESS syndrome causes

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Kiran Singh, M.D. [2], Yazan Daaboul, M.D., Serge Korjian M.D.

Overview

DRESS syndrome is an adverse drug reaction. Common causes of DRESS syndrome include anticonvulsants, allopurinol, antiviral agents, and antibiotics, but virtually all drugs may cause DRESS syndrome.

Causes

  • DRESS syndrome is an adverse drug reaction.
  • Classically, DRESS syndrome has been associated with anticonvulsant agents, but virtually all drugs may cause DRESS syndrome.

Common Causes

The following drugs have commonly been associated with DRESS syndrome:

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Other Causes

The following drugs have also been reported to be associated with DRESS syndrome:

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