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A 50-year-old female asked:

My son was put on epitec a week ago by a psychiatrist and was told there is a 1% chance he could develop a rash and if he did to go to the nearest hospital. he had a skin reaction last night - can i send pics for you to look at?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered

Pathology 51 years experience

It would be better to contact the doctor who prescribed the medication. Wish you and your son good health!

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