Clinical Dermatology Open Access Journal (CDOAJ)

ISSN: 2574-7800

Case Report

Multifocal Fixed Drug Eruption Induced by Mefenamic Acid

Authors: Mohamed M*, Nabli N, Njim L, Soua Y, Fredj NB, Aouem K And Zili J

DOI: 10.23880/cdoaj16000103

Abstract

Mefenamic acid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory inhibitor of cyclooxygenase 1 and 2. It is rarely reported to induce fixed drug eruption (FDE). We report on a new case of a multifocal fixed drug eruption caused by mefenamic acid and confirmed by patch test.

Keywords: Mefenamic acid; Fixed drug eruption; Pruritus; Hyperpigmentation; Erythematous

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