Abstract
Acute confusion induced by acetazolamide is a well known adverse drug reaction in patients with renal impairment. We report a case of acetazolamide-induced Gerstmann syndrome in a patient with normal renal function, to highlight predisposing factors that are frequently overlooked.
MeSH terms
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Acetazolamide / adverse effects*
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Age Factors
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / adverse effects
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Aspirin / adverse effects
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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors / adverse effects*
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Drug Interactions
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Female
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Gerstmann Syndrome / chemically induced*
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Humans
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Middle Aged
Substances
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors
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Acetazolamide
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Aspirin