Pure red-cell aplasia associated with carbamazepine. A case report.
A 3-year-old girl developed pure red-cell aplasia while being treated with carbamazepine for a seizure disorder. Spontaneous recovery took place after discontinuation of the drug. The association between pure red-cell aplasia and carbamazepine intake is briefly discussed.
Buitendag
D J
DJ
Department of Paediatrics, University of Pretoria.
D002220:Carbamazepine / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012010:Red-Cell Aplasia, Pure / Q000139:chemically induced*
D002220:Carbamazepine