Dapsone‐induced methemoglobinemia—A case report

Abstract

Abstract Dapsone therapy is associated with methemoglobinemia. Pulse oximetry is used to indicate adequate oxygen saturations, and co‐oximetry is needed to diagnose low arterial oxygen saturations. Clinicians should aware while prescribing dapsone.

Keywords

• dapsone
• methemoglobinemia
• methylene blue
• oxygen saturation
• saturation gap
• vitamin C