[Photoallergic dermatitis caused by the herbicide phenmedipham].

Abstract

The case of a 51 year old woman, working in the field of agriculture, is reported; she developed a photoallergic dermatitis and a fulminant hepatitis after the use of the herbicide phenmedipham (Betanal). Photopatch-testing revealed sensitization to phenmedipham and, additionally, to maprotiline hydrochloride (Ludiomil), an antidepressant taken by the patient at about the same time. The possible relationship of these reactions with the clinical symptoms are discussed.

• Authors: P Koch, F A Bahmer
• Journal: Dermatosen in Beruf und Umwelt. Occupation and environment (Derm Beruf Umwelt) 1989 Nov-Dec Vol. 37 Issue 6 Pg. 203-5 ISSN: 0343-2432 [Print] Germany
• Vernacular Title: Photoallergische Dermatose durch das Herbizid Phenmedipham.
• PMID: 2606004 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Anthracenes
• Carbamates
• Herbicides
• Maprotiline
• phenmedipham

Topics

• Agricultural Workers' Diseases (chemically induced)
• Anthracenes (adverse effects)
• Carbamates (adverse effects)
• Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury (complications, etiology)
• Drug Therapy, Combination
• Female
• Herbicides (adverse effects)
• Humans
• Maprotiline (adverse effects)
• Middle Aged
• Molecular Structure
• Photosensitivity Disorders (chemically induced, complications)