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Drug-induced hepatitis

Alternative Names: Toxic hepatitis Prevention: If you have liver disease, it is extremely important to discuss with your doctor all prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal medications you are taking. Some medications to be avoided in liver disease include: Isoniazid Oral contraceptives Androgens Chlorpromazine - oral Chlorpromazine - injectable Allopurinol - oral Acetaminophen Hydralazine - oral Halothane Alcohol Valproic acid Phenytoin Carbamazepine - oral Methotrexate 6 - mercaptopurine NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen and naproxen Text Continues Below Your health care provider can help investigate the cause of the liver disease and recommend safe medications, including over-the-counter medications, for other problems you may have.

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