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Diagnostic challenge of an untypical cutaneous drug reaction from modafinil

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Modafinil used for narcolepsy caused an atypical adverse reaction, as itchy acneiform lesions, subcutaneous nodules and superficial skin wounds after 2 years of use. After extensive examinations for 5 years, modafinil was discontinued, and the healing process began in 3 weeks with completion in 1.5 years.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.9166

Authors: Rauno J. Harvima, Tarja Heiskanen‐Kosma, Miika Arvonen, Ilkka T. Harvima

Institutions: University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions

Subfield: Pharmacology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,730