Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis induced by the herbal remedy Ginkgo biloba

Med J Aust. 2006 Jun 5;184(11):583-4. doi: 10.5694/j.1326-5377.2006.tb00386.x.

Abstract

Acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) is a clinical reaction pattern that is induced, in over 90% of cases, by systemic drugs (most frequently antibacterial drugs). This is the first reported case of AGEP caused by the herbal remedy Ginkgo biloba.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Drug Eruptions / etiology*
  • Exanthema / chemically induced*
  • Exanthema / pathology
  • Facial Dermatoses / chemically induced*
  • Facial Dermatoses / pathology
  • Ginkgo biloba / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Phytotherapy / adverse effects*