Meftal medicine can cause DRESS syndrome
The Govt has issued a notification via its Pharmacopoeia Commission stating that the Meftal medicine commonly prescribed to children can cause DRESS syndrome (see attached)
This medicine meftal syrup, forte, spa has mefenamic acid which is main culprit and many Indian Pediatric or child doctors prescribe this medicine esp when fever doesnt come down with crocin/ibugesic.
Be careful all and stop using because DRESS syndrome is scary.
DRESS syndrome, short for Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms, is a serious allergic reaction. It can be deadly, with around 10 per cent people experiencing this reaction passing away.
This syndrome occurs when your body reacts strongly to certain medications. It shows up as a skin rash and can affect your internal organs. It’s essential to be cautious about medications to avoid this severe reaction. more
This medicine meftal syrup, forte, spa has mefenamic acid which is main culprit and many Indian Pediatric or child doctors prescribe this medicine esp when fever doesnt come down with crocin/ibugesic.
Be careful all and stop using because DRESS syndrome is scary.
DRESS syndrome, short for Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms, is a serious allergic reaction. It can be deadly, with around 10 per cent people experiencing this reaction passing away.
This syndrome occurs when your body reacts strongly to certain medications. It shows up as a skin rash and can affect your internal organs. It’s essential to be cautious about medications to avoid this severe reaction. more
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