Phenytoin hypersensitivity
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Phenytoin hypersensitivity
Abstract
Phenytoin hypersensitivity is a potentially fatal reaction to the chemical diphenylhydantoin. It is important to inform patients of possible complications and early sentinel signs of adverse drug reactions.
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