Rashes and Other Hypersensitivity Reactions Associated with Antiepileptic Drugs: A Review of Current Literature

Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are associated with rashes and other hypersensitivity reactions. The incidence varies depending on the type of rash, the AED used, and the previous history of rash with quoted incidences ranging from 1.7 -8.8%. Drugs with the greatest risk include phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, and lamotrigine, while several other AEDs have a risk

Source: Seizure: European Journal of Epilepsy - July 23, 2019 Category: Neurology Authors: Ram Mani, Catherine Monteleone, Peter C. Schalock, Thu Truong, Xiao B. Zhang, Mary L. Wagner Source Type: research