Pseudoporphyria associated with voriconazole
Kwong, W.T.; Hsu, S.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Jdd 6(10): 1042-1044
2007
ISSN/ISBN: 1545-9616 PMID: 17966183 Document Number: 14421
Pseudoporphyria is a rare photosensitivity that resembles porphyria cutanea tarda clinically but lacks the biochemical derangements in porphyrin metabolism. The majority of cases are induced by ingestion of particular medications. We report a case of pseudoporphyria induced by voriconazole, a second-generation triazole antifungal agent, in a lung transplant recipient. Voriconazole was not discontinued due to medical necessity. The patient's pseudoporphyria was adequately controlled with UVA and UVB protection sunscreen despite continued mild sun exposure.
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