Question
Drug-induced acneiform eruptions are seen with:
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Quinolone
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| B. |
Phenytoin
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| C. |
Aminoglycoside
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| D. |
Tetracycline
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Correct Answer � B
Explanation
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Drug-induced acne (acneiform eruptions) is associated with the following:
- Topical or systemic steroids (Most common cause)
- Anabolic steroids (danazol, stanozolol)
- Anticonvulsants (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbitone)
- Antituberculosis drugs (isoniazid, pyrazinamide)
Clinically, acneiform eruptions are characteristically monomorphic.
Most common drugs causing acneiform eruptions:
- Worldwide: Steroids
- India: Isoniazid (INH)
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