Acetazolamide-induced Gerstmann syndrome

Int J Clin Pract. 1999 Oct-Nov;53(7):560-1.

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Acetazolamide / adverse effects*
  • Age Factors
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / adverse effects
  • Aspirin / adverse effects
  • Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors / adverse effects*
  • Drug Interactions
  • Female
  • Gerstmann Syndrome / chemically induced*
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged

Substances

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
  • Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors
  • Acetazolamide
  • Aspirin