trimethoprim--sulfamethoxazole-drug-combination and Meningitis--Aseptic

trimethoprim--sulfamethoxazole-drug-combination has been researched along with Meningitis--Aseptic* in 33 studies

Reviews

6 review(s) available for trimethoprim--sulfamethoxazole-drug-combination and Meningitis--Aseptic

ArticleYear
A case of recurrent trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis and review of literature.
    International journal of clinical pharmacology and therapeutics, 2020, Volume: 58, Issue:9

    A 66-year-old male patient presented with fever, headache, mental status changes, and nuchal rigidity with a lumbar puncture revealing neutropenic pleocytosis, and a presumptive diagnosis of bacterial meningitis was made. A careful history revealed that symptoms started within hours of starting oral trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Additional history uncovered a nearly identical episode 1 year earlier after 1 dose of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. All microbiologic diagnostic testing for meningitis was negative and all antimicrobials were discontinued. The patient had resolution of symptoms by 96 hours after last dose of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and went on to full recovery. Based on history, clinical course, and a score of 7 on the Naranjo scale, he was diagnosed with recurrent trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis (TSIAM). This case illustrates the profound importance of thorough medication history and medication reconciliation.

    Topics: Aged; Anti-Infective Agents; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2020
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis-not just another sulfa allergy.
    Annals of allergy, asthma & immunology : official publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology, 2014, Volume: 113, Issue:5

    To review the literature on trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX)-induced aseptic meningitis (TSIAM) and discuss the features, possible mechanisms, evaluation, and treatment options relevant for the allergist.. A MEDLINE search was performed using the terms aseptic meningitis, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, and sulfamethoxazole.. Cases were included that fit the case definition of headache, neck pain, or change in mental status with elevated cerebrospinal fluid white blood cell count or protein attributable to TMP-SMX or either medication alone.. Forty-one patient cases were reviewed. There was a predominance of female patients and patients with autoimmune disease reported. Fever, headache, neck pain, and altered mental status were the most common findings reported in TSIAM reactions. Severe reactions ranged from hypotension to seizure and unconsciousness or coma. Typical cerebrospinal fluid findings included elevated white blood cell count with neutrophil predominance, elevated protein, and normal glucose. Symptoms quickly remitted with withdrawal of TMP-SMX, typically over 48 to 72 hours. Full recovery was typically experienced, although permanent paraplegia was reported in 1 case. The mechanism of reaction is unknown, although an IgE-mediated reaction is unlikely. Many patients experienced multiple TSIAM reactions before the diagnosis was made. Diagnosis can be confirmed with drug challenge or graded test dosing when necessary. Patients with TSIAM subsequently reacted to TMP and SMX alone and therefore should be advised to avoid these 2 classes of medication after diagnosis.. TMP-SMX is the most common antibiotic to cause drug-induced aseptic meningitis. By being aware of this reaction, allergists are well poised to diagnose TSIAM and prevent future reoccurrences for the patient.

    Topics: Adolescent; Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Anti-Infective Agents; Child; Drug Hypersensitivity; Female; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Young Adult

2014
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole induced aseptic meningitis in a renal transplant patient.
    Clinical nephrology, 2001, Volume: 55, Issue:1

    A 45-year-old man underwent renal transplant for end-stage renal disease complicating systemic lupus erythematosis. Within 24 hours of initiating Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP) prophylaxis with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) he developed fever and confusion. Cerebrospinal fluid examination revealed a pleocytosis but cultures were negative. The patient improved within three days after cessation of the TMP-SMX but symptoms recurred rapidly upon drug rechallenge. Drug-induced aseptic meningitis is an uncommon but well described clinical entity. This is the first case described in a patient following renal transplantation. The literature is reviewed and the clinical features, diagnostic challenges and possible mechanisms of TMP-SMX-induced aseptic meningitis are discussed. This problem may be more common in the transplant population than is recognized given the difficulty of diagnosis combined with the widespread use of TMP-SMX as PCP prophylaxis.

    Topics: Anti-Infective Agents; Humans; Kidney Transplantation; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Pneumonia, Pneumocystis; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2001
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis: case report and literature review.
    Intensive care medicine, 2000, Volume: 26, Issue:2

    Aseptic meningitis is a rare adverse drug reaction, reported with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) and with miscellaneous drugs such as trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX). The most common clinical findings reported are fever, headache, stiffness and altered level of consciousness. We report a case of aseptic meningitis related to TMP-SMX ingestion that caused severe derangements of the patient's vital signs, requiring Intensive Care Unit admittance. The prompt diagnosis and discontinuation of the drug resulted in complete recovery. We examine the case according to the literature on this topic. We conclude that, since the signs and symptoms of this unusual drug reaction may mimic those of central nervous system infection, the clinician should consider this etiology when he is faced with a patient with suspected meningoencephalitis, especially if the latter has already been treated at home with unknown drugs. Further studies should investigate the pathogenetic mechanism of TMP-SMX-induced aseptic meningitis.

    Topics: Adult; Anti-Infective Agents; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2000
Trimethoprim-induced aseptic meningitis in a patient with AIDS: case report and review.
    Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, 1994, Volume: 19, Issue:3

    We report the case of a 41-year-old man infected with human immunodeficiency virus who had two episodes of aseptic meningitis that occurred 2 weeks apart; the first was associated with ingestion of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ) and the second was associated with ingestion of TMP alone. Onset of fever, headache, and flushing was abrupt, followed by somnolence, hearing loss, and aphasia. Analysis of the CSF showed pleocytosis and an elevated protein level. The findings resolved within 48 hours after withdrawal of the drug. We also review 18 previously reported cases of TMP-SMZ- or TMP-induced meningitis, 17 of which occurred in women. In all of these cases, a similar abrupt onset and resolution were noted. Six of the 18 patients had collagen-vascular diseases. All but two of these patients had multiple recurrent episodes of meningitis before the diagnosis was made. We conclude that the diagnosis of TMP-SMZ- or TMP-induced meningitis should be considered when a patient receiving these drugs has recurrent episodes of aseptic meningitis.

    Topics: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome; Adult; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1994
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-associated aseptic meningitis: case reports and review of the literature.
    The American journal of medicine, 1989, Volume: 87, Issue:3

    Topics: Adult; Anti-Infective Agents; Drug Combinations; Female; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Sulfamethoxazole; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1989

Other Studies

27 other study(ies) available for trimethoprim--sulfamethoxazole-drug-combination and Meningitis--Aseptic

ArticleYear
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole induced aseptic meningitis case report.
    Medicine, 2023, Jan-06, Volume: 102, Issue:1

    Drug-induced aseptic meningitis (DIAM) is an uncommon meningitis and trimethoprim with or without sulfamethoxazole is the most involved antibiotic. Although DIAM is easily treated with the discontinuation of the causative drug, the diagnosis is a big challenge for physicians, as it remains a diagnosis of exclusion. Here, we present a case report of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole induced aseptic meningitis in a woman with acute osteomyelitis.. A 52-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital for septic shock and acute osteomyelitis of the right homerus. She was started on antibiotic therapy with oxacillin and daptomycin, then oxacillin was replaced with cotrimoxazole, due to its excellent tissue penetration, including bone tissue. During cotrimoxazole therapy, the patient developed a fluent aphasia with ideomotor apraxia and muscle hypertonus.. Having excluded infectious, epileptic and vascular causes of the acute neurologic syndrome of our patient, given the improvement and full recovery after discontinuation of cotrimoxazole, we hypothesized a DIAM.. After discontinuation of cotrimoxazole, in 48 hours the patient had a full recovery.. Although DIAM can be easily managed with the withdrawal of the causative drug, it can be difficult to recognize if it is not included in the differential diagnosis. An antimicrobial stewardship program with a strict monitoring of patients by infectious disease specialists is essential, not only to optimize the appropriate use of antimicrobials, but also to improve patient outcomes and reduce the likelihood of adverse events.

    Topics: Anti-Bacterial Agents; Anti-Infective Agents; Female; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Oxacillin; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2023
A Case Report of Antibiotic-Induced Aseptic Meningitis in Psoriasis.
    Hawai'i journal of health & social welfare, 2021, Volume: 80, Issue:6

    Although frequently prescribed, certain antibiotics such as trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole carry the risk of a rare yet life-threatening adverse effect, termed drug-induced aseptic meningitis. Morbidity can be avoided if the medication is identified and discontinued. Patients in reported cases tend to be female and have an autoimmune disease or prior adverse reaction to the offending agent. As a rare and poorly characterized condition, the subset of patients using antibiotics at risk for aseptic meningitis remains unclear; hence, cataloging these adverse events remains critical for better elucidating the disease. Here, we report a 62-year-old man with psoriasis and no prior history of sulfa allergy, who presented with a sudden onset of fever, chills, vomiting, and muscle aches 5 hours after taking single doses of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and ciprofloxacin. Common infectious causes were ruled out, and his medications were discontinued. Despite initial symptom resolution with discontinuation, the patient neurologically deteriorated over the next two days before eventually recovering with supportive care. This case highlights the variable presentation of drug-induced aseptic meningitis. In contrast to previous reports of drug-induced aseptic meningitis, our patient was male, older than the median age of 40 years, and did not have a prior adverse reaction to the antibiotic. Furthermore, to the best of our knowledge, we report a possible case of antibiotic-induced aseptic meningitis in a patient with psoriasis. Lastly, the case emphasizes not only the value of a thorough medication history but also the importance of recognizing that patients may deteriorate in the first 48 hours before resolution.

    Topics: Adult; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Anti-Infective Agents; Female; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Psoriasis; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2021
Aseptic meningitis, hepatitis and cholestasis induced by trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole: a case report.
    BMC pediatrics, 2021, 08-16, Volume: 21, Issue:1

    Drug-induced aseptic meningitis is a rare, but challenging diagnosis, most commonly reported with nonsteoroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and antibiotics. Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX) is a sulfonamide that is widely used in clinical practice for the treatment and prophylaxis of various infections. The most common side effects associated with TMP/SMX are generally mild and self-limited, but serious side effects have been reported, including liver injury and aseptic meningitis.. We report a 2,5 year old Dutch girl with both drug-induced aseptic meningitis and drug-induced liver injury while using TMP/SMX prophylaxis. Ursodeoxycholic acid was started because of cholestatic injury. After cessation of TMP/SMX, full convalescence was reached within weeks.. This is the first report of a young patient with both aseptic meningitis and drug-induced liver injury caused by TMP/SMX. Drug-induced aseptic meningitis and cholestatic hepatitis constitute a considerable diagnostic challenge to clinicians. In addition to a thorough evaluation for infectious causes, clinicians should be aware of drug-induced aseptic meningitis and cholestatic hepatitis.

    Topics: Anti-Infective Agents; Child, Preschool; Cholestasis; Female; Hepatitis; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2021
Recurrent trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis with associated ampicillin-induced myoclonic twitches
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    International journal of clinical pharmacology and therapeutics, 2017, Volume: 55, Issue:7

    To report a case of recurrent trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis with associated ampicillin-induced myoclonic twitches.. The patient was investigated using cerebral computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, cerebrospinal fluid examination, and electroencephalography. Written informed consent was obtained from the patient for access to clinical files for research purposes and publication.. We present a middle-aged woman with two recurrent episodes of aseptic meningitis after treatment with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Additionally, she developed myoclonic twitches as a rare side effect of ampicillin.. Aseptic meningitis is a rare adverse reaction to medications like antibiotics. The pathogenesis of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis is not yet completely understood, but an immune-mediated hypersensitivity reaction is suspected. If patients with an antibiotic therapy due to a systemic or local infection present with severe headache, not only common diagnosis of a parainfectious headache, but also antibiotic-induced aseptic meningitis should be considered.
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    Topics: Ampicillin; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Female; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Myoclonus; Recurrence; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2017
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis.
    The American journal of emergency medicine, 2011, Volume: 29, Issue:2

    Topics: Anti-Infective Agents; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2011
Aseptic meningitis, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, and orthostatic hypotension in a patient treated with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
    American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 2010, Jan-15, Volume: 67, Issue:2

    The case of a patient who developed aseptic meningitis, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, and orthostatic hypotension simultaneously during treatment with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole is described.. A healthy 37-year-old African- American man was receiving treatment with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole double strength. This was the patient's first experience with trimethoprim- sulfamethoxazole, and he was not taking any other medications during the treatment period. He had been taking trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole for approximately eight days when he revisited his family physician, complaining of headaches, dizziness, difficulty with speech, weakness, and itching on the trunk of his body and legs, where a maculopapular rash was noted. Orthostatic hypotension was also noted at that visit, with a standing blood pressure measurement of 95/80 mm Hg. Based on these findings and since the patient had no signs of infection, his physician instructed him to discontinue the drug. The patient was admitted to the emergency department of a local hospital within two days due to ongoing headache, elevated temperature, and nuchal rigidity, symptoms suggestive of meningitis. Because of the presence of hemolysis, the patient underwent testing for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, for which he tested positive. The patient was discharged five days after admission and referred to a hematology clinic for follow-up. The patient has since returned to his routines of daily living and has reported no fatigue or other lingering adverse symptoms.. A 37-year-old African- American man with G6PD deficiency developed hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, orthostatic hypotension, and aseptic meningitis simultaneously after using trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.

    Topics: Adult; Anemia, Hemolytic; Anti-Infective Agents, Urinary; Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury; Glucosephosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency; Hemolysis; Humans; Hypotension, Orthostatic; Liver Function Tests; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Urinary Tract Infections

2010
[Case of systemic lupus erythematosus repeated with various allergic reactions by trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole].
    Nihon Rinsho Men'eki Gakkai kaishi = Japanese journal of clinical immunology, 2009, Volume: 32, Issue:6

    A 23-year-old Japanese woman was diagnosed with lupus nephritis on May 2007. The patient was prescribed 30 mg/day of prednisolone, but developed a pulmonary abscess and was admitted to Sapporo Medical University Hospital in March 2008. Antibiotics improved the symptoms. We prescribed trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole as prophylaxis for pneumocystis pneumonia; however, the patient developed fever and thrombocytopenia with hyperferritinemia after a week of this prophylaxis. We considered that she was developing hemophagocytic syndrome, and administered methylprednisolone pulse therapy. The clinical findings soon improved. However, when the prophylaxis was restarted, the patient developed fever, headache, and anaphylaxis the same day. Symptomatic therapy resolved these symptoms after three days, but they recurred on recommencing trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Analysis of the cerebrospinal fluid revealed aseptic meningitis. These episodes were thought to be induced by trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. As trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole is frequently used as prophylaxis for pneumocystis infection in immunosuppressed patients, clinicians should be vigilant regarding the complications of this treatment, particularly the rare occurrence of aseptic meningitis and anaphylaxis.

    Topics: Anaphylaxis; Anti-Infective Agents; Antibiotic Prophylaxis; Female; Humans; Immunocompromised Host; Lupus Nephritis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Pneumonia, Pneumocystis; Prednisolone; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Young Adult

2009
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis: a physician's challenge.
    Journal of the National Medical Association, 2006, Volume: 98, Issue:3

    Topics: Anti-Infective Agents; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2006
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis.
    Journal of the National Medical Association, 2005, Volume: 97, Issue:12

    We present a 46-year-old African-American man with AIDS who was admitted on two different occasions within three weeks for signs and symptoms of meningitis after using trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX). TMP/SMX is primarily used for the treatment of pneumocystis carinii pneumonia prophylaxis in AIDS patients. Drug-induced aseptic meningitis (DIAM) is commonly seen with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), antibiotics (with TMP/SMX being the most frequently implicated), intravenous immunoglobulins and OKT3 antibodies. However, the implication of TMP/SMX inducing aseptic meningitis has been underreported to FDA/MEDWATCH program. This might be due to the fact that it has also been used to treat bacterial meningitis from organisms like Listeria monocytogenes, which is a common pathogen in the elderly and in infants. We reviewed the literature in an attempt to characterize the pattern and predictors of TMP/SMX-induced aseptic meningitis.

    Topics: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome; Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting Systems; Anti-Infective Agents; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Pneumonia, Pneumocystis; Risk Factors; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2005
Possible trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis.
    The Annals of pharmacotherapy, 2004, Volume: 38, Issue:11

    To report a case of trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX)-induced aseptic meningitis.. An 18-year-old woman diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia was admitted for a bone marrow transplant. She had already attained remission with daunorubicin, thioguanine, and high-dose cytarabine. A routine lumbar puncture performed on admission revealed an abnormally elevated leukocyte count, and meningitis was suspected. The patient had been taking TMP/SMX (trimethoprim 120 mg) twice daily on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday for the past 3 months; no other medication was being used. Upon examination, the patient mentioned having had headaches for the past few weeks. Since viral, bacterial, and fungal cultures were negative, a diagnosis of aseptic meningitis was made. According to the Naranjo probability scale, TMP/SMX was a possible cause of the aseptic meningitis. Eleven days after discontinuation of TMP/SMX, lumbar puncture results had returned to normal.. Many drugs have been associated with aseptic meningitis. Antibiotics are often linked with aseptic meningitis, with TMP/SMX being the most frequently associated antibiotic. Many cases of TMP/SMX-induced aseptic meningitis have been reported, while few cases have been reported with trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole given separately.. Despite the widespread use of TMP/SMX and the years of experience we have had with the drug, it is important to remain vigilant regarding possible adverse effects, particularly aseptic meningitis.

    Topics: Adolescent; Anti-Infective Agents; Female; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2004
IL-6 may be the key mediator in trimethoprim-induced systemic adverse reaction and aseptic meningitis: a reply to Muller et al.
    Clinical nephrology, 2001, Volume: 55, Issue:6

    Topics: Humans; Interleukin-6; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2001
A rare occurrence of trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX)-induced aseptic meningitis in an older woman.
    Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 2000, Volume: 48, Issue:11

    Topics: Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Anti-Infective Agents, Urinary; Female; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

2000
[Cotrimoxazole-induced aseptic meningitis: two cases].
    Presse medicale (Paris, France : 1983), 1998, Apr-18, Volume: 27, Issue:15

    Topics: Cystitis; Female; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Sinusitis; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1998
A rare case of cotrimoxazole-induced eosinophilic aseptic meningitis in an HIV-infected patient.
    Scandinavian journal of infectious diseases, 1998, Volume: 30, Issue:5

    A case of cotrimoxazole-induced meningoencephalitis in an HIV-infected patient without signs of AIDS is reported. The patient developed an apparently generalized seizure, of cotrimoxazole, 1 month after first taking a dose of this drug and a febrile coma after a second dose 3 weeks later. Lumbar puncture revealed eosinophilic aseptic meningitis. The patient quickly recovered without sequelae and was given antiretroviral therapy plus pentamidine aerosolized and pyrimethamine as prophylaxis for opportunistic infections. No other adverse effects were observed. The report describes the diagnosis of this case supported by a commentary, including a literature review.

    Topics: Adult; AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections; Anti-Infective Agents; Eosinophilia; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1998
Aseptic meningitis from trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole in an HIV-infected adolescent.
    Pediatric emergency care, 1997, Volume: 13, Issue:3

    Adolescents infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) often confront the clinician with difficult medical problems. Besides the host of opportunistic infections, which can affect these patients, side effects from medications can be frequent and, at times, life-threatening. We report a case of aseptic meningitis secondary to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole therapy for prophylaxis against Pneumocystis carinii in an HIV-infected adolescent.

    Topics: Adolescent; AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections; Anti-Infective Agents; HIV Seropositivity; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Pneumonia, Pneumocystis; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1997
Case reports: trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced meningitis in patients with HIV infection.
    The American journal of the medical sciences, 1996, Volume: 312, Issue:1

    Meningitis is a frequent complication of the human immunodeficiency infection. Possible causes include bacterial, fungal, mycobacterial, syphilitic, and vital pathogens (including the human immunodeficiency virus). Drugs must also be considered in the differential diagnosis. Two patients with probable trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-induced meningitis are described in the setting of human immunodeficiency virus infection.

    Topics: Adult; Anti-Infective Agents; HIV Infections; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Pneumonia, Pneumocystis; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1996
Co-trimoxazole induced aseptic meningitis.
    Archives of disease in childhood, 1995, Volume: 73, Issue:3

    A 15 year old boy presented with two episodes of aseptic meningitis-like reactions after ingestion of co-trimoxazole. The diagnosis of co-trimoxazole induced aseptic meningitis was made. This syndrome should be considered in the differential diagnosis of aseptic meningitis.

    Topics: Adolescent; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1; Diagnosis, Differential; Drug Therapy, Combination; Humans; Male; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1995
Drug-induced meningitis. A case involving trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
    Postgraduate medicine, 1994, Nov-01, Volume: 96, Issue:6

    Drug-induced meningitis should be considered in differential diagnosis of meningeal irritation in patients receiving therapy with anti-infective, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, or other selected agents. This report describes a case of aseptic meningitis associated with use of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole in a patient without apparent underlying autoimmune disease. The patient recovered promptly after the offending agent was withdrawn. No specific treatment other than symptomatic and supportive care need be given. In all instances, however, infection must be excluded.

    Topics: Adult; Female; Humans; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Urinary Tract Infections

1994
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis caused by two medications.
    Neurology, 1994, Volume: 44, Issue:5

    Topics: Arthritis; Female; Humans; Ibuprofen; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Urinary Tract Infections

1994
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxasole induced meningitis in systemic lupus erythematosus.
    The Journal of rheumatology, 1992, Volume: 19, Issue:5

    Most reports of drug induced meningitis in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have implicated ibuprofen. We describe a 46-year-old woman with SLE who developed aseptic meningitis abruptly after ingesting trimethoprim-sulfamethoxasole (TMP-SMX). This patient had received TMP-SMX twice before; each was associated with increasingly severe reactions, whose relationship with the use of TMP-SMX became apparent only in retrospect. A history of medication use should be sought in all patients with meningitis who have an underlying autoimmune disorder.

    Topics: Female; Humans; Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic; Meningitis, Aseptic; Middle Aged; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Urinary Tract Infections

1992
Drug-induced meningitis.
    Neurology, 1990, Volume: 40, Issue:1

    Meningitis is usually produced by an infectious agent, but there are multiple noninfectious causes. Medications may produce both acute and recurrent meningitis. We present a patient with 3 episodes of aseptic meningitis due to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and then review the topic of drug-induced meningitis.

    Topics: Adult; Female; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1990
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-associated aseptic meningitis.
    The American journal of medicine, 1990, Volume: 88, Issue:6

    Topics: Adult; Cefotaxime; Female; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1990
Trimethoprim associated aseptic meningitis.
    Scandinavian journal of infectious diseases, 1987, Volume: 19, Issue:6

    We report 5 patients with repeated episodes of meningitis related to intake of trimethoprim containing compounds. On at least one occasion the patients received pure trimethoprim prior to reaction. Autoimmune disease was established in 3 of the patients. A close temporal relationship between drug intake and reaction was noted: symptoms appeared often within minutes. No evidence of infections was found. Lumbar puncture after recovery revealed normal values in 2 patients. This aseptic meningitis is most likely an adverse drug reaction and associated with trimethoprim intake. The reaction is infrequently reported in relation to drug sales but its incidence has probably been underestimated.

    Topics: Adolescent; Adult; Aged; Anti-Infective Agents, Urinary; Autoimmune Diseases; Drug Combinations; Female; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Sulfamethoxazole; Time Factors; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination; Urinary Tract Infections

1987
Aseptic meningitis and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
    The Journal of family practice, 1986, Volume: 23, Issue:4

    Topics: Adult; Anti-Infective Agents, Urinary; Drug Combinations; Female; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Sulfamethoxazole; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1986
Acute monosymptomatic aseptic meningitis caused by Toxoplasma gondii.
    Acta paediatrica Hungarica, 1985, Volume: 26, Issue:1

    Acute monosymptomatic aseptic meningitis was observed in a 4 year old male patient. Toxoplasma gondii tachyzoites were detected in Giemsa-stained smears prepared from the CSF. Inoculation of mice gave the same result. The patient was cured after the application of pyrimethamine and sulpha drugs. On basis of the smears, the serological results and data in the literature, a direct infection through the nasal cavity has been assumed.

    Topics: Acute Disease; Child, Preschool; Drug Combinations; Folic Acid; Humans; Male; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Pyrimethamine; Staining and Labeling; Sulfamethoxazole; Toxoplasmosis; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1985
Aseptic meningitis, trimethoprim, and Sjögren's syndrome.
    JAMA, 1985, Apr-19, Volume: 253, Issue:15

    Topics: Drug Combinations; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Sjogren's Syndrome; Sulfamethoxazole; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1985
Aseptic meningitis as an adverse effect of co-trimoxazole.
    The New England journal of medicine, 1983, Jun-16, Volume: 308, Issue:24

    Topics: Adult; Drug Combinations; Drug Hypersensitivity; Female; Humans; Meningitis; Meningitis, Aseptic; Sulfamethoxazole; Trimethoprim; Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination

1983