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Certain medications linked to Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a fatal skin reaction

November 2, 2023 by Maribel

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SJS drug reactions: who is affected? (Photo credit: BDS Piotr Marcinski/Shutterstock) Have you developed Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) or toxic epidermal necrolysis after taking a medication? Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a serious skin reaction that occurs after taking certain medications. Medications related to SJS include: Over-the-counter pain relievers (Tylenol, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDs) Antibiotics Anticonvulsants Antipsychotics …

New York mom suspected of Munchausen syndrome arrested by proxy for poisoning 4-year-old: cops

October 27, 2023 by Maribel

Metro By Tina Moore, Sarah Goodman And Amanda Wood Published October 27, 2023, 5:49 p.m. ET A Bronx mother poisoned her infant daughter with potentially lethal levels of seizure medication in a suspected case of strange Munchausen syndrome by proxy, according to cops and law enforcement sources. Tajahnae Brown, 23, was charged Friday with first-degree …

Amitriptyline, a common antidepressant, also relieves the painful symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

October 17, 2023 by Maribel

LEEDS, United Kingdom — An antidepressant may also ease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in patients receiving care from a general practitioner (GP). British researchers conducted the study in primary care settings, where general practitioners prescribed amitriptyline, whose brands include Elavil and Vanatrip. Patients adjusted their doses based on the severity of their symptoms …