Q:
How long does it take for fever to subside after stopping offending agent in
"Drug Induced Fever"?
Answer: About 72 hours
Fever does not subside instantly after
stopping drug in suspected drug induced fever. It may take 48-96 hours, and may
persist for weeks if other manifestations of hypersensitivity accompany the
fever, such as a maculopapular rash. Other causes of persistent fever despite
discontinuation of offending drug is slow elimination rate.
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