Hypersensitivity to febuxostat in a patient with a previous allopurinol-induced Steven-Johnson syndrome: a case report of treatment with a slow desensitization protocol

Febuxostat induced Stevens Johnson syndrome: A case report

Background: Febuxostat is a novel non-purine selective xanthine oxidase inhibitor with superior ability to lower serum urate levels than allopurinol.Case Report: We report a case of Stevens Johnson syndrome following febuxostat administration.Conclusion: This case report underlines the necessity of recognising this major mucocutaneous adverse reaction and the need for cautious medication usage.