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A case of eosinophilic pneumonia and vasculitis induced by diflunisal.

Chest (1997-06-01)
M W Rich, R A Thomas
ABSTRACT

Drug-induced pneumonitis is an uncommon complication of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug administration. Herein is the first reported case of pneumonitis resulting from diflunisal therapy. The patient demonstrated clinical and biopsy evidence of systemic vasculitis. She responded dramatically to administration of systemic glucocorticoids.

MATERIALS
Product Number
Brand
Product Description

Supelco
Diflunisal, analytical standard