Interstitial pneumonia and hepatitis caused by minocycline

Neth J Med. 2004 Feb;62(2):62-4.

Abstract

A 28-year-old patient is described who presented with progressive dyspnoea and jaundice due to interstitial pneumonia and hepatitis. The most likely cause is a drug-related reaction to minocycline. We discuss the different kinds of drug-related reactions that are most likely involved.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acne Vulgaris / drug therapy
  • Adult
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / adverse effects*
  • Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury / diagnostic imaging
  • Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury / etiology*
  • Dyspnea / chemically induced
  • Dyspnea / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Lung Diseases, Interstitial / chemically induced*
  • Lung Diseases, Interstitial / diagnostic imaging
  • Male
  • Minocycline / adverse effects*
  • Radiography, Thoracic

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Minocycline