Coma-induced bullae and sweat gland necrosis following clobazam

Clin Exp Dermatol. 2000 May;25(3):215-8. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2230.2000.00619.x.

Abstract

Coma-induced bullae and sweat gland necrosis is a rare clinicopathological entity described in association with a variety of aetiopathological conditions all of which have resulted in an impairment of conscious level. We report the first case observed in association with clobazam, used as adjunctive therapy for resistant epilepsy in a 4-year old. The potential underlying mechanisms and previously reported associations are discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Anxiety Agents / adverse effects*
  • Anticonvulsants / adverse effects*
  • Benzodiazepines*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Clobazam
  • Coma / chemically induced*
  • Epilepsy / drug therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Necrosis
  • Sweat Gland Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Sweat Gland Diseases / pathology
  • Sweat Glands / pathology*

Substances

  • Anti-Anxiety Agents
  • Anticonvulsants
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Clobazam