Adverse reactions to etiological treatment in patients with Chagas disease in the Western Potiguar mesoregion of Brazil: a cross-sectional study
This study characterized the most frequent adverse reactions to benznidazole, mainly dermatological and hematological reactions, which were mostly mild and rarely led to treatment suspension. Recognizing these events is essential for guiding professionals, enhancing patient confidence, and improving adherence to etiological treatments for Chagas disease.
Authors
- Milena Sonely Mendonça Bezerra Lima
- Antônia Suellen Fernandes Dantas
- Cléber de Mesquita Andrade
- José Antonio da Silva Júnior
- Henrique Rangelly Gabriel de Melo
- Maria Gabriela Augusto de Medeiros Jácome
- Aurélio Julio Silva Dantas
- Ellany Gurgel Cosme do Nascimento
Institutions
- Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Sao Paulo Medical Journal
- Published
- 2026-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1590/1516-3180.2024.0154.r2.04112025
- Primary Topic
- Trypanosoma species research and implications
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00