Table 2 Adverse reactions associated with anticonvulsant medications
Drug | Drug reaction |
|---|---|
Phenytoin | Most common cause of AHS, other reactions include: erythroderma, facial pustules, hyperpigmentation, hypertrichosis and lupus-like symptoms |
Carbamazepine | Oral ulcers, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson and photosensitivity |
Fosphenytoin | Bullous rash, erythroderma, pruritus, gingival hyperplasia, lupus-like symptoms and erythema multiforme |
Lamotrigine | Hives, swollen glands, painful sores in or around eyes or mouth, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat |