NABP Exam NAPLEX Topic 9 Question 47 Discussion

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Question #: 47
Topic #: 9

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 Chau at Jun 17, 2022, 11:05 AM

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