NABP Exam NAPLEX Topic 3 Question 59 Discussion

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Question #: 59
Topic #: 3

The administration of dapsone gel for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients with G6PD deficiency may produce which of these?

AAnaphylaxis

BFungal infections

CHemolysis

DImmunosuppression
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Suggested Answer: C

Dapsone treatment has produced dose-related hemolysis and hemolytic anemia. Individuals with glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency are more prone to hemolysis.

by Antione at Feb 06, 2023, 06:27 PM

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