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ArticleCureus2023

Chlorthalidone-Induced Fixed-Drug Eruption: Unmasking an Uncommon Reaction to a Common Diuretic.

Mariana Marrero Castillo, David Kaufman, Juanita Valdes Camacho, Kesler Bourgoyne, John Jacob, Benedict Amalraj, Neerja Gulati

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Article in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

1 citing paper in PubMed, 2 citations in OpenAlex.

  1. Generalized fixed drug eruptions in skin of color.International journal of women's dermatology · 2025
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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Mariana Marrero CastilloInternal Medicine, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
David KaufmanAllergy and Immunology, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
Juanita Valdes CamachoAllergy and Immunology, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
Kesler BourgoyneAllergy and Immunology, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
John JacobInternal Medicine, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
Benedict AmalrajInternal Medicine, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
Neerja GulatiPulmonary Medicine, Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center, Shreveport, USA.
Louisiana State University in Shreveport · US

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Fixed-drug eruptions (FDEs) are dermatological reactions characterized by specific skin lesions triggered by certain medications. Our case reports commonly used medications that can cause drug-induced skin reactions. Chlorthalidone, a widely used diuretic, had not been prominently linked to FDEs. Here, we present the case of a 45-year-old African-American male who developed classic FDE skin lesions following the initiation of chlorthalidone therapy. This case underscores the imperative for further investigation and heightened awareness among healthcare professionals regarding chlorthalidone-associated FDEs. Findings suggest that such reactions might be more prevalent than previously acknowledged, underscoring the significance of prompt diagnosis and effective management of drug-induced skin responses. Notably, the patient's lesions showed complete resolution upon discontinuing the diuretic, reinforcing the causal relationship. This case is an essential reminder of the importance of vigilance in monitoring patients for adverse drug reactions, even in unlikely medications, such as chlorthalidone.​​​​​​.

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chlorthalidonefixed-drug eruptionhypertensionmucocutaneous lesionsystemic hypertensionthiazide diuretics

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PMID37908922
PMCPMC10613783
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