Hypersensitivity to zidovudine: Report of a case of anaphylaxis and review of the literature

Magdi Wassef, Philip Keiser

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Abstract

Hypersensitivity to zidovudine is an uncommon complication of antiretroviral therapy. Manifestations range from isolated fever to anaphylaxis. Fever and rash are the most common features. Diagnosis is made by rechallenge, although some patients have antibodies to zidovudine. Treatment is supportive, and symptoms resolve on withdrawal of the medication.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1387-1389
Number of pages3
JournalClinical Infectious Diseases
Volume20
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - May 1995
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Microbiology (medical)
  • Infectious Diseases

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