2016
DOI: 10.21276/ijprhs.2016.05.18
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Atazanavir/Ritonavir Induced Maculopapular Rash in Post Exposure Prophylaxis – A Case Report

Abstract: Atazanavir/ritonavir has been generally well tolerated. However, rash has been reported in 1% to 6% of study participants. To date, there are few publications describing Atazanavir/ritonavir associated dermatological adverse events in any detail. We present the case of severe rash that occurred shortly after the initiation of Post Exposure Prophylaxis with atazanavir/ ritonavir in a health care professional. Clinicians should be aware of the safety profile of Post Exposure Prophylaxis drugs before administrati… Show more

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“…Já foram documentados casos graves de síndrome de Stevens-Johnson e eritema multiforme com uso do ATV na terapia antirretroviral. Mas os casos de exantema relacionado à profilaxia com TDF e ATV foram benignos e resolvidos com a suspensão das drogas 7,13 , cabendo ao médico do trabalho, mais uma vez, tranquilizar e orientar os trabalhadores para que completem a profilaxia.…”
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“…Já foram documentados casos graves de síndrome de Stevens-Johnson e eritema multiforme com uso do ATV na terapia antirretroviral. Mas os casos de exantema relacionado à profilaxia com TDF e ATV foram benignos e resolvidos com a suspensão das drogas 7,13 , cabendo ao médico do trabalho, mais uma vez, tranquilizar e orientar os trabalhadores para que completem a profilaxia.…”
Section: Discussionunclassified