Minocycline-induced dermatomyositis.
Minocycline is a semisynthetic tetracycline that causes a spectrum of autoimmune adverse reactions. We report a previously healthy patient who developed a panniculitis and histopathologically proven dermatomyositis during treatment with minocycline for acne vulgaris. Her signs and symptoms resolved completely upon cessation of minocycline. This case illustrates a novel adverse effect of a widely prescribed medication.
Geddes
Maiya R
MR
Department of Neurology, McGill University, Room L7-313, 1650 Cedar Avenue, Montreal, Quebec, H3G 1A4 Canada.
Sinnreich
Michael
M
Chalk
Colin
C
D003882:Dermatomyositis / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008911:Minocycline / Q000009:adverse effects*; D055815:Young Adult
D008911:Minocycline