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DRUG-INDUCED LEUKOPENIA

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CONCLUSION<br />

A case on probable drug-related adverse reaction was<br />

presented.<br />

Involves multiple drugs of probable haematological toxicity<br />

Concomittant / Follow-by multiple drugs administration<br />

results in difficulties in identifying responsible drug.<br />

Probable drugs responsible for leukopenia:<br />

Azathioprine, Vancomycin, Linezolid<br />

Complicated by underlying disease (ANCA vasculitis on<br />

steroid and immunosuppresant)<br />

ADR cases should be highlighted to provide better<br />

information and precaution to other healthcare<br />

providers.

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