Voriconazole-induced photosensitivity

Clin Med Res. 2008 Sep;6(2):83-5. doi: 10.3121/cmr.2008.806. Epub 2008 Sep 18.

Abstract

Voriconazole is a broad-spectrum triazole antifungal agent indicated for invasive aspergillosis, refractory Candida infections, and other emerging invasive fungal infections. Adverse cutaneous reactions associated with voriconazole therapy occur in fewer than 10% of treated patients and range from mild erythematous eruptions to life-threatening reactions such as the Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Photosensitivity reactions are an uncommon but characteristic dermatitis in voriconazole recipients, particularly following chronic administration. We report a case of voriconazole-induced phototoxicity in a 50-year-old male with Candida parapsilosis endocarditis that reversed on discontinuation of the drug.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Antifungal Agents / adverse effects*
  • Candidiasis / drug therapy
  • Endocarditis / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / chemically induced*
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / pathology
  • Pyrimidines / adverse effects*
  • Triazoles / adverse effects*
  • Voriconazole

Substances

  • Antifungal Agents
  • Pyrimidines
  • Triazoles
  • Voriconazole