Association Between Cycline Antibiotic and Development of Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome

Cycline antibiotics (CA) are commonly used to treat acne, blepharitis, and dry eye syndrome (DES). Prescribers or patients may hesitate to use CAs, since they may increase the risk of pseudotumor cerebri syndrome (PTCS).

Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology - March 20, 2019 Category: Dermatology Authors: Luai Eldweik, Collin McClelland, Joshua D. Stein, Taylor S. Blachley, Michael S. Lee Source Type: research