Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine (Jan 2018)

Clozapine-Induced Phototoxicity: An Unusual Side Effect of Atypical Antipsychotics

  • S. Al-Aojan,
  • A. Al-Khalifah

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/9242515
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2018

Abstract

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Introduction. Clozapine is a second-generation antipsychotic used for treatment-refractory schizophrenia. Photosensitivity is a major concern when prescribing typical antipsychotics, while atypical antipsychotics are thought to be less photosensitive. Case Report. We report a 27-year-old military personnel who developed a phototoxic drug reaction after using clozapine for schizophrenia. Conclusion. Recognition of rare but possible ability of atypical antipsychotics to cause photosensitivity is pertinent to patients care and proper counseling.