The Dangerous Link Between Drugs and Deadly Skin Reactions
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare and serious skin reaction that can occur after taking certain medications, including over-the-counter painkillers, antibiotics, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, sedatives, HIV medications, and anti-gout medications. SJS can lead to complications such as dehydration, sepsis, eye problems, lung damage, and permanent skin damage. Patients who have developed SJS may be able to take legal action against drug manufacturers if they were not sufficiently warned about the risk.