Metamizole-induced agranulocytosis (MIA): a mini review

Autor: Markos K. Tomidis Chatzimanouil, Ines Goppelt, Yvonne Zeissig, Ulrich J. Sachs, Martin W. Laass
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2023
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Zdroj: Molecular and Cellular Pediatrics, Vol 10, Iss 1, Pp 1-7 (2023)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2194-7791
DOI: 10.1186/s40348-023-00160-8
Popis: Abstract Metamizole is an analgesic, antipyretic, and spasmolytic drug in Germany only approved for the treatment of severe pain or high fever that does not respond to other measures. In recent years, an increased use has been described among both adults and children, often against the approved indication. The most important side effect of metamizole is the development of agranulocytosis (neutrophil count
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