A case of trimebutine-induced anaphylaxis

Allergol Int. 2011 Dec;60(4):555-6. doi: 10.2332/allergolint.10-CR-0289.

Abstract

Trimebutine maleate [2-dimethylamino-2-phenylbutyl 3,4,5-trimethoxybenzoic acid] has been demonstrated to be active for relieving abdominal pain and it is widely used for patients with irritable bowel syndrome. Adverse drug reactions are mostly mild and well-tolerated. To our knowledge, only two cases of trimebutine induced hypersensitivity have been reported, and both were delayed type reactions. Here, we report the first case of trimebutine maleate-induced anaphylaxis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Anaphylaxis / chemically induced*
  • Anaphylaxis / diagnosis
  • Anaphylaxis / drug therapy
  • Female
  • Gastrointestinal Agents / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Trimebutine / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Gastrointestinal Agents
  • Trimebutine