Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis induced by the herbal remedy Ginkgo biloba.
Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) is a clinical reaction pattern that is induced, in over 90% of cases, by systemic drugs (most frequently antibacterial drugs). This is the first reported case of AGEP caused by the herbal remedy Ginkgo biloba.
Pennisi
Robert S
RS
Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Queensland Health Pathology and Scientific Services, Brisbane, QLD. Robert_S_Pennisi@health.qld.gov.au
D003875:Drug Eruptions / Q000209:etiology*; D005076:Exanthema / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000473:pathology; D005148:Facial Dermatoses / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000473:pathology; D020441:Ginkgo biloba / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D008517:Phytotherapy / Q000009:adverse effects*