1. An unexpected adverse drug effect.
- Author
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Krulewitch CJ
- Subjects
- Adult, Drug Interactions, Female, Humans, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Complications, Infectious drug therapy, Vaginosis, Bacterial drug therapy, Alcohol Deterrents adverse effects, Anti-Bacterial Agents adverse effects, Anti-Infective Agents adverse effects, Clindamycin adverse effects, Metronidazole adverse effects, Nausea chemically induced, Vomiting chemically induced
- Abstract
Adverse drug-drug interactions can occur between active and/or inactive ingredients in different formulations. The occurrence of a disulfiram reaction that developed postpartum following a 7-day course of metronidazole is presented. The case is presented, followed by a discussion of the mechanism of action and treatment. Recommendations for prevention of adverse drug effects are reviewed.
- Published
- 2003
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