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Drug-induced hepatitis

Alternative Names: Toxic hepatitis Treatment: There is no specific treatment for drug-induced hepatitis other than discontinuing the medication that's causing the problem. Text Continues Below You should rest during the acute phase of the disease, when the symptoms are most severe. If nausea and vomiting are significant, intravenous fluid may be advised. People with acute hepatitis should avoid physical exertion, alcohol, acetominophen, and any other hepatotoxic substances. Expectations (prognosis): Usually symptoms subside when the causative drug has been discontinued. Complications: Liver failure is a possible but rare complication of drug-induced hepatitis. Calling your health care provider: Call your health care provider if symptoms of hepatitis develop after you start a new medication. If you have been diagnosed with drug-induced hepatitis and have been advised to discontinue taking a medication, call your health care provider if symptoms do not improve after the medication is discontinued or if any new symptoms develop.

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