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See Latest ArticlesDrug-induced Pruritus: A Review
Acta Dermato-Venereologica, 06/24/09
Reich A et al. - Pruritus is an unpleasant sensation that leads to scratching. In addition to several diseases, the administration of drugs may induce pruritus. It is estimated that pruritus accounts for approximately 5% of all skin adverse reactions after drug intake. However, to date there has been no systematic review of the natural course and possible underlying mechanisms of drug-induced pruritus.
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