ABSTRACT
Acenocoumarol is one of the most common drugs used as a part of the management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Linezolid, on the other hand, is an antibiotic prescribed post-operatively. Reports of any interaction between the two are very few. Here, we are presenting four case reports of patients admitted to the Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Department of a tertiary healthcare center in North East India. Drug-drug interactions can lead to long-term and life-threatening effects, and also hamper the management of patients post-operatively. Due to the limited literature, assessing such interactions is difficult. The cases reported here were treated with fresh frozen plasma, and the patients responded well to the treatment and were discharged without further complications.
ABSTRACT
Clotrimazole, a commonly used antifungal agent, is employed in the treatment of otomycosis and other ear infections. However, its use can lead to adverse drug reactions (ADRs), occasionally manifesting as local irritation or allergic responses. This abstract presents a case study of a patient exhibiting an adverse reaction to clotrimazole ear drops, highlighting the clinical presentation, management, and resolution of the ADR. The patient, a 73-year-old male, presented with itching and erythema over the left pinna extending up to the middle of the sternum following clotrimazole ear drop application. Immediate cessation of the medication and symptomatic treatment led to rapid resolution of symptoms. This case emphasizes the importance of recognizing potential ADRs associated with clotrimazole ear drops and the necessity of prompt intervention to mitigate adverse effects, thereby ensuring optimal patient care.
