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Drug-induced hepatitis

Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention
Alternative Names:
Toxic hepatitis
Prevention:

Medications and other substances that should not be taken by someone with a history or evidence of liver disease include the following:

  • Isoniazid
  • Oral contraceptives
  • Androgens
  • Chlorpromazine - oral
  • Chlorpromazine - injectable
  • Allopurinol - oral
  • Acetaminophen
  • Hydralazine - oral
  • Halothane
  • Alcohol
  • Valproic acid
  • Phenytoin
  • Carbamazepine - oral
  • Methotrexate
  • 6 - mercaptopurine
Your health care provider can help investigate the cause of the liver disease and recommend safe medications, including over-the-counter medications, for other problems you may have.
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