Question 1

what if you had steven johnson syndrome from a medication that you need to take. can you ever potentially take that medicine again in the future?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, No: you cannot have this medicine again in the future, your doctor will have to seek an alternative. If it were just a severe allergic reaction or even anaphylaxis, and no alternative available, desensitization can be tried by an allergist/immunologist, but in of case of history of SJS caused by the drug, desensitization won't work, the drug has to  be avoided, good luck

Question 2

hi i am currently taking penicillin phenoxymethyl can i get steven-johnson syndrome from this medication i am so frightened i am also taking sertraline im so scared im going to get this?

Accepted Answer

: Look up specifically the exact med you are taking in Drugs.com.  SJ is very rare so I would worry about other things. Discuss your worries with your Dr. They can help better than we can here.

Question 3

i had steven johnson syndrome - sulphas - can i get this again with other drugs?

Accepted Answer

SJS: Although it is possible, the risk of having sjs a second time with a second unrelated drug would be exceedingly rare.

Question 4

can you get steven-johnson syndrome from a drug you previously took, but had no reaction for when you first took it?

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Yes: Development of allergy often requires an initial exposure to the allergen.

Question 5

can you get stevens-johnson syndrome from a single dose of a drug?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is especially true if you have been exposed to the same drug (usually penicillin or sulfa) previously.

Question 6

please give information regarding steven's johnson syndrome related to adverse drug reactions.?

Accepted Answer

See below : Stj syndrome is the most severe form of (em) erythema multiforme.  Em is a hypersensitivity reaction that occurs  in response to meds, infections, or illnesses.  Exact cause is unknown but thought to be related to damage to blood vessels of skin then tissue damage.  Em minor is caused usually by herpes simplex or mycoplasma.  Em major (stj) is usually caused by medications.  Stj can be deadly!

Question 7

im considering iv glutathione for skin brightening. is there a risk for steven johnson syndrome with the drug? ive had sjs from taking lamotrigine.

Accepted Answer

Will not work: Taking glutathione will not brighten your skin. Taking drug without medical justification is likely to cause more harm than good.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 8

i have a dry eyes due to stevens johnson syndrome(drug-allergic).is there a chance this will lead to permanent vision loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes.  If your dry eye is severe, i would recommend seeing a corneal doctor for aggressive treatment.  Many sjs patients benefit from getting fit in corneoscleral contact lens to correct vision and protect the ocular surface.

Question 9

i've got dry eyes due to stevens johnson syndrome(drug-allergic).will this dryness leads to blindness?

Accepted Answer

Dry eyes: Due to stevens-johnson syndrome tend to be more severe than dry eyes due to other causes.  You can experience vision loss if your eye surfaces are severely affected by this condition.  Make sure you are followed closely by your ophthalmologist to reduce the risk of this happening.

Question 10

can stevens johnson sydrome be transferred from one person to another?

Accepted Answer

No : Stevens johnson syndrome is not contagious.

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What if you had steven johnson syndrome from a medication that you need to take. can you ever potentially take that medicine again in the future?

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Hi i am currently taking penicillin phenoxymethyl can i get steven-johnson syndrome from this medication i am so frightened i am also taking sertraline im so scared im going to get this?

A member asked:

I had steven johnson syndrome - sulphas - can i get this again with other drugs?

A member asked:

Can you get steven-johnson syndrome from a drug you previously took, but had no reaction for when you first took it?

A member asked:

Can you get stevens-johnson syndrome from a single dose of a drug?

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Please give information regarding steven's johnson syndrome related to adverse drug reactions.?

A member asked:

Im considering iv glutathione for skin brightening. is there a risk for steven johnson syndrome with the drug? ive had sjs from taking lamotrigine.

A member asked:

I have a dry eyes due to stevens johnson syndrome(drug-allergic).is there a chance this will lead to permanent vision loss?

A member asked:

I've got dry eyes due to stevens johnson syndrome(drug-allergic).will this dryness leads to blindness?

A member asked:

Can stevens johnson sydrome be transferred from one person to another?

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