Trimethoprim allergy. Extensive rash over the back and arms of a 65-year-old woman due to an allergic reaction to trimethoprim. Trimethoprim is an antibiotic drug commonly used to treat urinary tract infections,prostatitis and bronchitis. Reaction to the drug has produced a rash consisting of numerous circular or irregular red spots which may be itchy. Rash may be accompanied by fever,sore throat,headache or diarrhoea. Treatment of such drug reactions involves withdrawal of the causative drug. Corticosteroid drugs can be given to reduce inflammation and irritation | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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