title: Rifampicin-induced thrombocytopenia.
abstract: Rifampicin occasionally causes thrombocytopenia when given as part of an intermittent regimen. A case is reported of severe thrombocytopenia developing after one dose of rifampicin, following a 4-month gap in daily therapy. The literature on rifampicin-induced thrombocytopenia is reviewed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012293:Rifampin / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013921:Thrombocytopenia / Q000139:chemically induced*
chemical_list: D012293:Rifampin