Guide To The Causes And Risk Factors For Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Anti-Gout Medication

Anti-gout medication is another class of drugs known to be responsible for the development of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. In fact, allopurinol is the most common cause of this syndrome, according to studies from both Europe and Israel. Whenever possible, another medication in this class would be a better option for many patients who need it.

A patient's dose also matters, regardless of the exact anti-gout medication they take. Specifically, higher doses of anti-gout medication increase their risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. This risk is higher if patients have to take allopurinol. Due to this, the lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest period. This reduces the risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, although patients may still develop it.