Drug Of The Week Series - 26.3

Pharmacy
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Which of the following Cutaneous reactions not associated with Atorvastatin?
  • Erythema multiforme
  • Lichenoid reaction
  • Stasis dermatitis
  • Dermatomyositis
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What is SCAR? Give examples. How do you manage cutaneous reactions caused by Atorvastatin?

MBH/AB

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The cornerstone of SCAR management is early recognition, immediate withdrawal of the suspected causative drug and urgent specialist care. For milder skin reactions management depends on the eruption’s severity and whether a causal relationship can be established.

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It would be better to stop the drug as per doctor’s instructions when such cutaneous reactions develop.