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Cholestatic liver injury secondary to over-the-counter cyproheptadine: case report and review of literature.
- Source :
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Egyptian Liver Journal . 4/24/2024, Vol. 14 Issue 1, p1-5. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Background: Cyproheptadine is an easily available over-the-counter first-generation antihistaminic that is often used as an appetite stimulant. Although it is usually a safe drug, rare instances of drug-induced liver injury may occur. Case presentation: We report a case of cholestatic liver injury secondary to cyproheptadine in a young pharmacy student with chronic hepatitis B and review the literature of cyproheptadine-induced liver injury. Conclusion: Although cyproheptadine is largely a safe drug, its potential for significant liver toxicity cannot be ignored. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20906218
- Volume :
- 14
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Egyptian Liver Journal
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 176842624
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-024-00333-8