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Title: | Cefepime Induced Encephalopathy in a Non-dialysis Dependent Chronic Kidney Disease Patient: A Case Report |
Authors: | Muniandy, Giritharan Kamaruzaman, Lydia Hui Jan, Tan Mohd, Rozita Neesam Mariamutu, Theepa Voon Ken, Fong Kiew Beng, Pau Mustafar, Ruslinda |
Keywords: | Cefepime, encephalopathy, chronic kidney disease. |
Issue Date: | 1-Jan-2023 |
Publisher: | Perhimpunan Dokter Spesialis Penyakit dalam Indonesia |
Abstract: | Abstt Cefepime is a frequently used fourth-generation cephalosporin antibiotic for a wide variety of infections. Toxic levels of this drug can cause neurological complications. The most common neurological adverse event of cefepime is headache and lightheadedness. Here, we presented a case of cefepime induced encephalopathy in a 57-year-old female patient with acute on chronic kidney disease. With an accurate diagnosis that requires a high index of clinical suspicion, prompt management was instituted. She had full resolution of symptoms following discontinuation of the medication and also emergent dialysis. Keywords: Cefepime, encephalopathy, chronic kidney disease. |
URI: | http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8929 |
ISSN: | 2338-2732 |
Appears in Collections: | VOL 55 NO 1 2023 |
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