Hypersensitivity to etoposide phosphate has rarely been documented. We report a case of severe hypersensitivity reaction to etoposide phosphate in an old man. The patient experienced anaphylactic shock and has been hospitalized in intensive care unit. Vigilance is required regarding potential severe reactions with etoposide phosphate formulation.
Keywords: adverse drug reaction; anaphylactic shock; etoposide phosphate; hypersensitivity.
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